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Event:
Bots de Garra 112
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 27 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 40 losses; Darragh Fiachna!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Fiachna fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Fiachna darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a nice double leg into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Fiachna
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Fiachna is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Fiachna's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fiachna is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace.
Fiachna tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Fiachna is holding on to half guard well.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Fiachna is defending well.
Fiachna slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Fiachna.
Fiachna working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Fiachna is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Fiachna#T2#
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fiachna is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Fiachna trying to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin defending well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Fiachna working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Fiachna is working for an americana but Ziyaeddin has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Fiachna was thinking about the submission.
Fiachna pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Fiachna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Fiachna is very close to passing his half guard.
Fiachna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fiachna is stalling here. Ziyaeddin is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Fiachna seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ziyaeddin has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (2) Fiachna
Ziyaeddin tries to advance to mount but can't.
Fiachna tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Ziyaeddin laying and praying for a moment but Fiachna takes advantage and regains half guard.
Fiachna wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Fiachna tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Fiachna is trying to control but can't.
#T5#
Ziyaeddin stalling.
Fiachna is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Fiachna wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ziyaeddin is thwarting Fiachna's attempts to control the position.
Fiachna moves into full guard.
#T6#
Fiachna trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
Fiachna wants to improve his position but instead Ziyaeddin has moved into half guard.
Fiachna is looking to improve his position.
Fiachna is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (6) Fiachna#SUB2#
Fiachna is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ziyaeddin is defending well though. Fiachna let's go of the attempt for now.#T7#
Fiachna slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Fiachna not allowing Ziyaeddin to control his hands. #SUB2#
Fiachna looking for the RNC.
Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin tries to roll but Fiachna sticks to his back.
#T8##SUB2#
Fiachna has his arm under Ziyaeddin's chin here. Game over son! Fiachna squeezes tightly and Ziyaeddin is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darragh Fiachna!
Darragh Fiachna thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 111
Date: Dec 27, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 32 losses; Ivan Kamenev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 26 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kamenev shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin has closed the distance and engaged Kamenev in a clinch.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin jumps guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for subs off his back but Kamenev has passed one foot through into half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kamenev has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Kamenev (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kamenev is having none of it.#T1#
Ziyaeddin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Kamenev postures up.
Kamenev wants to take Ziyaeddin's back here but Ziyaeddin is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Kamenev postures up.#T2#
Kamenev controlling from mount.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kamenev (6) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Kamenev trying to control.
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T3#
Kamenev is looking to control Ziyaeddin but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kamenev is not going to allow Ziyaeddin to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Kamenev is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ziyaeddin looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T4##SUB#
Kamenev tightening his grip on Ziyaeddin, looking for the choke.
Kamenev keeps control of the position as Ziyaeddin tries to break free.
#T5#
A lull in the action here.
Kamenev avoiding Ziyaeddin 's attempts to control his hands.
Kamenev has the hooks in. Ziyaeddin is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kamenev has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ziyaeddin's body.
#T6#
Kamenev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Kamenev gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control.
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Kamenev manages to sink in the hooks.
Ziyaeddin wants to escape the position.
Ziyaeddin just trying to survive but Kamenev is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T8#
Will Kamenev go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kamenev trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Ziyaeddin doesn't escape.
I really don't envy Ziyaeddin right now.
#T9#
Kamenev is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kamenev trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Kamenev looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kamenev's arms. #T10#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Kamenev just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T11#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Kamenev just sinks the hooks in.
Will Kamenev go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ziyaeddin trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Kamenev to control. #T12#
Ziyaeddin looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Kamenev tries to get the hooks in deep but Ziyaeddin pushed the leg off.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ziyaeddin tries to break free.
Kamenev trying to control.
Ziyaeddin is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T13#
Will Kamenev go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ziyaeddin manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kamenev's guard. Nice work there by Ziyaeddin.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kamenev (6) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Kamenev working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
Kamenev keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Kamenev working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kamenev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kamenev looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kamenev takes the fight on points by 6 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Kamenev thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 110
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 43 losses; Vartan Esteves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 25 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Alexandre Firmino and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin forces Esteves back against the ropes and clinches.
Ziyaeddin prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin pulls guard successfully.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working for a triangle but Esteves defends it easily.
Esteves passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T1#
Esteves looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Esteves is having none of it.
Esteves really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ziyaeddin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Esteves looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Esteves takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Esteves is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
Ziyaeddin gets back to half guard.
Esteves looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Esteves's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Esteves seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Esteves is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (6) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Esteves wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Esteves pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Esteves's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Esteves pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin tries to reverse the position but Esteves maintains control.
Esteves controlling the pace for now.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Esteves pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Esteves wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Esteves is working away from the top position though.#T5#
Ziyaeddin is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Esteves is staying active.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Esteves keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Esteves passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (9) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Esteves can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Esteves avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.
Esteves controlling his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Esteves isn't that keen on the idea.#T7#
Ziyaeddin manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Esteves is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Esteves is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Esteves in particular looking to stall.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
#T8#
Esteves takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ziyaeddin trying to hold on to Esteves's head to control him but Esteves postures up.
Esteves is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Esteves is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Esteves content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Esteves to pass to mount.
Esteves trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T10#
Esteves moves into full mount! Ziyaeddin won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (12) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Esteves trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Esteves (15) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T11#
Esteves gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control. #SUB#
Esteves looking for the choke but no joy.
Ziyaeddin is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Esteves.
Ziyaeddin tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T12#
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Esteves trying to mount his opponent but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Esteves wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Esteves postures up.
#SUB#
Esteves is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Esteves seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Esteves, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Esteves stalling away here and it's allowed Ziyaeddin to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Esteves slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T14#
Esteves trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Esteves takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Vartan Esteves waved his t-shirt featuring Silverback Sweatshop's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 109
Date: Dec 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 22 losses; Caio Peieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 24 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Emerson Jorge and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin instigates a clinch.
Peieira is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Peieira wants a takedown but no success here.
Ziyaeddin stops a takedown attempt from Peieira.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Caio Peieira. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Peieira has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Peieira advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Peieira (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#SUB#
Peieira looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Peieira is trying to get an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Peieira presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Peieira (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T1#
Ziyaeddin tries to lock up and control but Peieira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Peieira wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin gets back to half guard.
Peieira seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Peieira is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Ziyaeddin as he works his way to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Peieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Peieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Peieira defends well.
Peieira wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin being controlled here, momentarily.
Peieira wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T3#
Peieira tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Peieira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Peieira slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Peieira tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working for a triangle but Peieira defends it easily.
Peieira advances to half guard. #T5##SUB#
Ziyaeddin makes his way to full guard, as Peieira worked for a kimura.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Peieira from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Peieira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Peieira from controlling successfully. #T6#
Peieira tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Peieira trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Peieira trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Peieira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Peieira wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.#T7#
Peieira trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Peieira escapes and throws Ziyaeddin's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Peieira (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here. #T8#
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Peieira trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control Peieira's posture but Peieira avoids it.
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T9#
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Peieira is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and defends easily.
Peieira is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is looking to control Peieira's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ziyaeddin avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peieira pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Ziyaeddin gets full guard.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Peieira tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Peieira from controlling successfully.
Peieira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Peieira wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Peieira is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T11#
Peieira trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Peieira wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Peieira wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Peieira is really struggling to control Ziyaeddin but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Peieira defends well.#T12#
Peieira trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Well,Peieira is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Peieira tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Peieira from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Peieira got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Peieira has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T13##SUB2#
Peieira avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Peieira defends well.
Peieira tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard. #T14#
Peieira trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Peieira sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working for submissions but it's allowed Peieira to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peieira pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Peieira is trying to control the action in half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Peieira takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A relieved looking Caio Peieira thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 108
Date: Dec 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 25 losses; Tres Sulvar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 23 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sulvar tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ziyaeddin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sulvar somewhat.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin forces Sulvar back against the ropes and clinches.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin pulls Sulvar into guard.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sulvar defends well.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on Sulvar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sulvar works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sulvar sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Sulvar passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but Sulvar has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2##T3#
Sulvar wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Sulvar's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Sulvar works to advance to full mount. Ziyaeddin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sulvar (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is looking to get to half guard.
Sulvar controlling his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Sulvar isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Ziyaeddin gets back to half guard.
Sulvar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Sulvar is very close to passing his half guard.#T5#
Sulvar is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ziyaeddin is holding on for now.
Sulvar controlling the pace.
Sulvar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sulvar is working away from the top position though.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the position and prevent Sulvar from advancing to side control.#T6#
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Sulvar is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T7#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Sulvar is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sulvar pulls his head out easily.
Sulvar wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Sulvar sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T8#
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Sulvar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but can't.
Sulvar trying to control from Ziyaeddin's half guard. Ziyaeddin has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Sulvar seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sulvar escapes and throws Ziyaeddin's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T9#
Sulvar trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
The referee asks Sulvar politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Sulvar prefers to stall for the moment though.#T10#
Sulvar working away.
Ziyaeddin is not content to let Sulvar control the position.
Ziyaeddin is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sulvar off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sulvar (8) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sulvar prevents Ziyaeddin from getting a body triangle.
Ziyaeddin not allowing Sulvar to control his hands.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T11#
Sulvar is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sulvar's body.
Sulvar staying busy and making it hard for Ziyaeddin to control. #T12#
Sulvar is trying to break free.
Sulvar is working hard here to advance position.
Sulvar trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin just sinks the hooks in.
Sulvar is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Ziyaeddin doesn't have the hooks in and Sulvar manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sulvar (10) vs (4) Ziyaeddin#T13##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sulvar has passed into half guard!
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
Ziyaeddin moves into full guard.
#T14#
Sulvar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Sulvar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sulvar has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sulvar trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Sulvar postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sulvar takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
After winning the bout, Tres Sulvar thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 107
Date: Dec 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 33 losses; Helio Gracias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 22 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Alexandre Firmino and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Gracias looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ziyaeddin! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gracias (4) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gracias controlling the position from side mount.
Gracias seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ziyaeddin for as long as he can get away with.
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracias trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin is working away. #T1#
Ziyaeddin is trying to improve his position.
Gracias wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracias trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin is working away.
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep.
Gracias wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gracias postures up.
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here.
Gracias in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Gracias trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control Gracias's posture but Gracias avoids it.
Ziyaeddin is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin prevents Gracias from improving position. #T5#
The referee asks Gracias politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Gracias prefers to stall for the moment though.
Ziyaeddin struggling a bit here.
Gracias works to advance to full mount. Ziyaeddin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracias (6) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Gracias's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T6#
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Gracias pushes him away.
Gracias controlling from the full mount.
Ziyaeddin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gracias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Gracias postures up.#T7#
Gracias fails to move to back control. #T8#
Gracias controlling his opponent.
Gracias has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Gracias postures up.#T9#
Gracias controlling from mount.
Ziyaeddin tries to lock up and control but Gracias gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracias can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape. #T10#
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Gracias pushes him away.
Gracias wants to take his opponent's back but instead Ziyaeddin manages to regain half guard.
Gracias has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracias (9) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T11#
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Gracias pushes him away.
Gracias trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracias wants to take Ziyaeddin's back here but Ziyaeddin is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Gracias takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T12#
Gracias tries to control but Ziyaeddin wriggling away.
Gracias forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Gracias (12) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Gracias trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T13#
Gracias biding his time, controlling Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin tries to break free.
Gracias is riding his opponent, not letting Ziyaeddin buck him off.
Gracias is not going to allow Ziyaeddin to sit and survive in this position. #T14#
Gracias controlling the position well here. Ziyaeddin rolled but Gracias kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gracias.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracias takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
Helio Gracias seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 106
Date: Dec 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 17 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 21 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Thiago Cunha and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin gets a clinch.
Schaubi is trying to pull guard but Ziyaeddin has him pressed against the ropes.
Ziyaeddin is trying to pull guard but Schaubi has him pressed against the ropes.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin manages to pull guard.
Schaubi tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schaubi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schaubi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Schaubi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schaubi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ziyaeddin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a triangle here but Schaubi uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Schaubi is staying tight to Ziyaeddin's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Ziyaeddin is not content to let Schaubi control the position.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Schaubi controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here.
Schaubi trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Schaubi has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +2 for reaching mount: Schaubi (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T3#
Schaubi controlling his opponent.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Schaubi pushes him away.
Schaubi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schaubi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Schaubi is trying to control here but Ziyaeddin has managed to regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Schaubi wants to free his trapped foot but Ziyaeddin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ziyaeddin is looking to control Schaubi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ziyaeddin avoid being mounted?#T5#
Schaubi trying to control the pace.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Schaubi to pass to mount.
Schaubi is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but can't.
Ziyaeddin tries to get to full guard but Schaubi has control of the leg. #T6##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Schaubi is working for a submission of some sort.
Schaubi is trying to control. Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T7#
Ziyaeddin trying to hold on to Schaubi's head to control him but Schaubi postures up.
#SUB#
Schaubi seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is defending against the submission attempts here by Schaubi.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
#T8#
Schaubi trying to control the pace.
Schaubi is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Schaubi controlling the action here. #T9#
The fighters are battling for position here. Ziyaeddin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Schaubi wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schaubi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schaubi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Schaubi tries to pass. #T10#
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Schaubi from controlling successfully.
Schaubi controlling from the top position. #T11#
Schaubi wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control the position but Schaubi says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Schaubi works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Schaubi pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T12#
Schaubi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schaubi controlling the pace for now.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Schaubi pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ziyaeddin is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T13#
Schaubi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin is working to get back to half guard.
Schaubi content just to control the position here.
Schaubi pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Schaubi controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Schaubi isn't that keen on the idea.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Schaubi postures up.
Schaubi wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schaubi controlling the pace for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schaubi takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Abu Schaubi made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'G-g-g-g-gadOOSHED him through a glass door, b'. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 105
Date: Dec 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 21 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 53 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Ziyaeddin takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Ziyaeddin pulls guard.
Petersen is stalling in the full guard.
It looks like Petersen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Petersen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Petersen controlling from the top position. #T2#
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Petersen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T3#
Petersen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Petersen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Petersen is continuing to stall.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T4#
Petersen looking to pass the guard.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Petersen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Petersen postures up.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. #T5#
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Petersen slips nicely into half guard.
Petersen prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
Ziyaeddin is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Italian Job, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Petersen wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Petersen is tapping! Great win for Ziyaeddin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Conald Petersen had this to say: 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 104
Date: Dec 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 35 losses; Tommy Toehold! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 21 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Toehold shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ziyaeddin defends it nicely.
Toehold sets himself, and Ziyaeddin steps forward looking for the clinch! Toehold avoids it this time.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ziyaeddin tries to pull guard but Toehold won't allow it.
#TD#
Toehold jumps into guard, dragging Ziyaeddin to the mat.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Toehold is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toehold swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Toehold being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Ziyaeddin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Toehold is keeping the position.
Toehold looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Toehold controls Ziyaeddin momentarily but Ziyaeddin frees himself.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Toehold manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Toehold (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a triangle but Toehold pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on Toehold's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Toehold works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for a guillotine here but Toehold defends easily.
Ziyaeddin being controlled here, momentarily. #T5#
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Toehold sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6#
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on Toehold's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Toehold works his way back into a safe position though.
Toehold slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Toehold's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin pushes a forearm under Toehold's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Toehold is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 103
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 17 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 20 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin decides to pull guard.
Schaubi trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schaubi controls the pace.
Schaubi continues to stall.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schaubi defends well.
Schaubi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Schaubi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin struggling a bit here.#T2#
Schaubi wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Schaubi tries to move to mount but Ziyaeddin blocks the move with his legs.
Schaubi takes a little break here. Ziyaeddin wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ziyaeddin is letting Schaubi control him for a moment.
Ziyaeddin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Schaubi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Schaubi tries to advance to mount but Ziyaeddin denies him.
Schaubi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working. #T4#
Schaubi passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +2 for reaching mount: Schaubi (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Schaubi controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Schaubi pushes him away.
Schaubi fails to advance to Ziyaeddin's back. #T5#
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Schaubi's attempts to control the action.
Schaubi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ziyaeddin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T6#
Schaubi seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin is holding on tight.
Schaubi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schaubi controlling the pace for now.
Schaubi looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Schaubi pushes him away.#T7#
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Schaubi's attempts to control the action.
Schaubi controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Schaubi postures up.
Ziyaeddin is working to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Schaubi looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Schaubi's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin tries to reverse the position but Schaubi maintains control.
Schaubi wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Schaubi's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
#T9#
Schaubi looking to control and managing it successfully.
Schaubi wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
#T10#
Schaubi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Schaubi controlling the position easily from mount.
Schaubi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Schaubi pushes him away.#T11#
Schaubi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin is just holding on here. Schaubi manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Schaubi (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin just trying to survive but Schaubi is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Schaubi trying to control.#T12#
Schaubi is controlling the position but Ziyaeddin somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Schaubi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Schaubi, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schaubi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Schaubi passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (11) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T13#
Schaubi tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schaubi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Ziyaeddin regains half guard there - taking advantage of Schaubi's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Ziyaeddin wants to get back to full guard.#T14#
Schaubi wants to free his trapped foot but Ziyaeddin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schaubi is trying to control. Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schaubi pulls his head out easily.
Schaubi with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schaubi uses his free foot to push down on Ziyaeddin's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ziyaeddin. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (14) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
And that's the end of the fight!
Schaubi takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
Abu Schaubi made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'G-g-g-g-gadOOSHED him through a glass door, b'. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 102
Date: Dec 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 11 losses; Isaac Vernon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 20 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vernon shoots for a double leg takedown but Ziyaeddin sprawls well. He's pushed Vernon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Ziyaeddin clinches with his opponent.
Vernon goes for a takedown attempt but Ziyaeddin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Vernon closes the distance and clinches up with Ziyaeddin, looking for a takedown. Vernon pushes Ziyaeddin against the ropes but Ziyaeddin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ziyaeddin wants to counter with a clinch but Vernon pushes him away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Isaac Vernon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vernon with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Ziyaeddin counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ziyaeddin.
Vernon has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin jumps guard.
Vernon trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vernon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Vernon postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vernon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ziyaeddin's guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T1#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Vernon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vernon controlling the action here.
Vernon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Vernon wants to control the action but instead Ziyaeddin gets a body lock and reverses into Vernon's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (3) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Vernon is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Vernon has control of Ziyaeddin's left arm, preventing Ziyaeddin from doing any damage.
Vernon working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Vernon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vernon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Vernon keeps moving.
Vernon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ziyaeddin slips nicely into half guard.
Vernon manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Vernon keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Vernon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vernon trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
Vernon wants to sweep but no luck.
Vernon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.#SUB#
Vernon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Vernon pulls Ziyaeddin in to control the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Vernon keeps moving.
Vernon wants to sweep here but Ziyaeddin controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Vernon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vernon keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T5#
Vernon trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
Vernon looking to control but Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vernon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Vernon trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Vernon is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.#T6#
Vernon tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Vernon manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Vernon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziyaeddin defends well.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Vernon keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
#T7#
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Vernon's guard.
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Vernon regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here. #T8#
Ziyaeddin won't allow Vernon to sweep him here. #SUB#
Vernon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vernon keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin is looking to pass into half guard but Vernon pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Vernon is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (5) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Vernon passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (8) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ziyaeddin regains half guard there - taking advantage of Vernon's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T9#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Vernon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Vernon trying to mount his opponent but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Vernon is keen to just control but Ziyaeddin is a slippery customer.
Vernon prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
Vernon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T10#
Ziyaeddin manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working for a triangle but Vernon defends it easily.
Vernon slips nicely into half guard.#T11#
Vernon works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (11) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#SUB#
Vernon goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ziyaeddin rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Vernon's guard! Nice work there by Ziyaeddin! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (11) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Vernon looking for a sweep. Not yet Vernon, not yet.
Vernon working a defensive guard but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (11) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Vernon trying to remain calm as Ziyaeddin controls from the top position.
Ziyaeddin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Vernon! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vernon (11) vs (9) Ziyaeddin
Vernon is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Ziyaeddin has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vernon (11) vs (12) Ziyaeddin#T12#
Vernon wants to escape the position.
Vernon is working hard here to advance position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control momentarily.
Ziyaeddin looking to hold on to the position here but Vernon rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Vernon working a defensive guard but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (11) vs (15) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T13#
Vernon sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Vernon manages to get to full guard.
Vernon is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Vernon has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Vernon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T14#
Vernon seems keen to control Ziyaeddin's posture.
Vernon working a defensive guard but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (11) vs (18) Ziyaeddin
Vernon is trying to work for a sweep but Ziyaeddin has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vernon (11) vs (20) Ziyaeddin
Vernon regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Vernon defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vernon gets full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 20 to 11.
In his post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 101
Date: Nov 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 20 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 41 losses; Vartan Esteves!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Ziyaeddin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Esteves wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin pulls Esteves in close to his closed guard and prevents Esteves from doing any damage or advancing position.
Esteves trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Esteves avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Esteves tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves passes Ziyaeddin's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Esteves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Ziyaeddin's coaches at The Italian Job have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Ziyaeddin is in trouble now - Esteves has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (3) Esteves
Esteves is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
Esteves wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Esteves takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (6) Esteves
Ziyaeddin looking very determined here, making life difficult for Esteves.
#SUB2#
Esteves is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ziyaeddin defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Esteves is hanging on to Ziyaeddin's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Esteves gets his way!
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Esteves. #T2##SUB2#
Esteves has got his arm under Ziyaeddin's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Ziyaeddin has spun round into Esteves's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (6) Esteves
Ziyaeddin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Esteves working for a triangle but Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (6) Esteves
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Esteves stops Ziyaeddin from passing to mount.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Esteves is working away. #T3#
Esteves is looking for a sweep.
Esteves is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Esteves prevents Ziyaeddin from moving into mount.
A lull in the action here.
Ziyaeddin tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Esteves tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Esteves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Esteves tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Esteves keeps working.
Esteves is trying to improve his position.
Esteves sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Esteves tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.#T5#
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Esteves does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Esteves gets back to full guard.
Esteves looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Esteves working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ziyaeddin has passed into half guard!
Esteves tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ziyaeddin has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (6) Esteves
Ziyaeddin prevents Esteves from getting the reversal.#T6#
Esteves is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the full mount.
Esteves is trying to reverse the position but instead Ziyaeddin has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (6) Esteves#SUB#
Ziyaeddin working for the choke.
Ziyaeddin biding his time, looking for the opening.
Esteves is in bad spot here.
Ziyaeddin trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Esteves is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Esteves looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ziyaeddin.
#T7#
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Esteves from escaping the position.
Esteves trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin just sinks the hooks in.
What can Esteves do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Esteves rolls, trying to escape but Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the back.
Ziyaeddin tries to get the hooks in deep but Esteves pushed the leg off.
Esteves trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin just sinks the hooks in.
Ziyaeddin biding his time, controlling Esteves. #T8#
Esteves tries to break free.
Esteves trying to control the hands but Ziyaeddin won't let him.
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Esteves from escaping the position.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Esteves tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Ziyaeddin has good solid back control here.
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Esteves from escaping the position.
Ziyaeddin biding his time, controlling Esteves.
Ziyaeddin tries to keep control of the position but Esteves is staying busy.
Esteves wants to escape the position.
Esteves keeps trying to improve his position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ziyaeddin controlling the positon.
Esteves tries to escape the position.
#T10#
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Esteves is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Esteves just trying to survive but Ziyaeddin is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Good control from Ziyaeddin.
Esteves can't escape the position.
#T11#
Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position easily here as Esteves tries to buck him off.
Esteves can't escape the position.
Ziyaeddin controls the position.
Esteves rolls, trying to escape but Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position.
Esteves looks winded!#T12#
Ziyaeddin controls the action.
Ziyaeddin avoiding Esteves 's attempts to control his hands.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position well here. Esteves rolled but Ziyaeddin kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Esteves wants to escape the position.
Esteves is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Esteves from escaping the position.
#T13#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ziyaeddin controlling the positon.
Esteves can't escape the position.
Esteves trying to control the hands but Ziyaeddin breaks the grip.
Esteves rolls, trying to escape but Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position.
Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position easily here as Esteves tries to buck him off.
Esteves wants to escape the position.
#T14#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Esteves fending off the submission attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Esteves tries to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin controlling from the back.
A lull in the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 11 to 6.
Amir Ziyaeddin decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 99
Date: Nov 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 19 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 25 losses; Jerry Curls!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Curls looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ziyaeddin is fending him off so far but Curls persists. Nope, Ziyaeddin circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Ziyaeddin ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ziyaeddin no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a triangle here but Curls uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (3) Curls
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Curls trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Curls easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (5) Curls#T1#
Ziyaeddin tries to reverse the position but Curls maintains control.
Ziyaeddin tries to lock up and control but Curls gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Curls sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Curls postures up.
Curls looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Curls tries to control but Ziyaeddin wriggling away.
Curls controlling the pace for now.
Ziyaeddin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Curls is having none of it.#T4#
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
Curls wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Curls looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Curls frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (8) Curls
Curls controlling his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Curls's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Curls postures up.#T6#
Curls trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Curls fails to take his opponent's back.
Curls avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.#T7#
Curls wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Curls looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Curls prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ziyaeddin manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8#
Ziyaeddin controls Curls momentarily but Curls frees himself.
Curls looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on Curls's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Curls works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Curls defends well.
Curls passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (11) Curls#T9#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control Curls's posture but Curls avoids it.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to half guard.
Curls working away.
Ziyaeddin tries to control but Curls manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (14) Curls#T10#
Curls tries to get the hooks in deep but Ziyaeddin pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
Curls sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Ziyaeddin taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jerry Curls!
Our winner, Jerry Curls, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 98
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 18 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 12 losses; Alexander Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mesquita misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Ziyaeddin moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Mesquita has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ziyaeddin regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Mesquita#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mesquita passes into half guard.
Mesquita wants to pass to mount but Ziyaeddin is defending the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mesquita pulls his head out easily.
Mesquita trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Mesquita seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ziyaeddin is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Alexander Mesquita! |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 97
Date: Nov 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 21 losses; Tres Sulvar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 17 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin clinches. #TD2#
Ziyaeddin pulls Sulvar into guard.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Sulvar from controlling successfully.
Sulvar stays in close to Ziyaeddin's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a triangle here but Sulvar uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin prevents Sulvar from moving into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sulvar is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ziyaeddin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1#
Ziyaeddin tries to improve position but can't.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sulvar taking a breather here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Sulvar postures up.
Ziyaeddin tries to bench press Sulvar off him but Sulvar keeps the position. #T2#
Sulvar slows the pace down.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Sulvar postures up.
Sulvar staying calm.
Ziyaeddin struggling a bit here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Sulvar trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to work for a sweep but Sulvar has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sulvar (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Sulvar postures up.
Sulvar can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape. #T4#
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Sulvar controlling from the full mount.
Sulvar wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Sulvar sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
Sulvar avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.#T6#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ziyaeddin is trying to escape the mount.
Sulvar is looking to work his way around to Ziyaeddin's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Sulvar isn't that keen on the idea.
Sulvar controlling his opponent.
Sulvar tries to control but Ziyaeddin wriggling away. #T7#
Sulvar looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sulvar moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Sulvar (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is trying to break free.
Sulvar is not going to allow Ziyaeddin to sit and survive in this position.
Ziyaeddin might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sulvar haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T8#
Sulvar tries to keep control of the position but Ziyaeddin is staying busy.
Sulvar keeps control of the position easily here as Ziyaeddin tries to buck him off.
Sulvar tries to keep control of the position but Ziyaeddin is staying busy.
Sulvar controlling well, preventing Ziyaeddin from escaping the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control his opponent's hands but Sulvar gets his hands free. #T9#
Sulvar is looking to control Ziyaeddin but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around and keeping busy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sulvar biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ziyaeddin just trying to survive but Sulvar is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Sulvar manages to sink in the hooks. #T10#
Ziyaeddin is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sulvar.
Sulvar keeps control of the position as Ziyaeddin tries to break free.
Sulvar gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control.
Ziyaeddin tries to escape but Sulvar has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ziyaeddin looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sulvar.
#T11#
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Sulvar manages to sink in the hooks.
We've been hearing good reports from Sulvar's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
Sulvar keeps control of the position easily here as Ziyaeddin tries to buck him off.
Ziyaeddin controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt. #T12#
Ziyaeddin is in bad spot here.
Ziyaeddin keeps trying to improve his position.
Sulvar not allowing Ziyaeddin to control his hands. #T13#
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Sulvar to control.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Sulvar struggling to keep hold of the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Sulvar just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Ziyaeddin right now.
#T14#
Sulvar controls the position.
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
Ziyaeddin is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Sulvar.
Sulvar trying to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sulvar takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Tres Sulvar seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 95
Date: Nov 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 17 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 24 losses; Patty O Reilly!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
O Reilly gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ziyaeddin is trying to pull guard but O Reilly turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
O Reilly pulls guard effortlessly.
O Reilly controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.
O Reilly tries to land a sweep but no joy.
O Reilly manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ziyaeddin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) O Reilly
O Reilly trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
O Reilly sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Ziyaeddin doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! O Reilly paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Ziyaeddin - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 91
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 38 losses; Jab Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 17 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Brown gets tackled into the ropes by Ziyaeddin. Ziyaeddin maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Ziyaeddin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Brown looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brown has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Brown looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Brown is looking to advance position but Ziyaeddin won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Brown trying to advance position but Ziyaeddin counters by regaining guard.
Brown sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ziyaeddin's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Brown moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Brown is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ziyaeddin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Brown trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin is working away.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control Brown's posture but Brown avoids it. #SUB#
Brown goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ziyaeddin rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Brown's guard! Nice work there by Ziyaeddin! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (3) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Brown is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Brown's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brown is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Brown wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from Brown's half guard. Brown has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Ziyaeddin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ziyaeddin prevents Brown from improving his position.#T5#
Ziyaeddin wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position.
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Ziyaeddin seems content to control.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Brown is working hard here to advance position.
Ziyaeddin is thwarting Brown's attempts to control the position.#T6#
Brown is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard.
Brown is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving. #T7#
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Brown's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brown is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Brown trying to control from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Brown is defending well.
Ziyaeddin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T8#
Brown trying to control here.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Brown is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brown keeps working. #T9#
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Brown is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (7) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to roll but Brown sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Brown has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Brown manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin fending off the submission attempt from Brown.
Ziyaeddin turns into Brown and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (7) vs (4) Ziyaeddin#T10#
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Brown's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brown is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Brown is trying to maintain the position but Ziyaeddin is very close to passing his half guard.
Brown is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.#T11#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ziyaeddin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (7) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Brown tries to improve his position but instead Ziyaeddin has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Brown (7) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Brown is keeping busy.#T12#
Brown tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Ziyaeddin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ziyaeddin manages to capitalize on a mistake by Brown to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Brown (7) vs (13) Ziyaeddin
You can see the frustration on Brown's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the position but Brown somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#T13#
Brown is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Brown wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Brown is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (11) vs (13) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to roll but Brown sticks to his back.
#T14#
Ziyaeddin keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Brown has got his arm under Ziyaeddin's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Ziyaeddin has spun round into Brown's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (11) vs (15) Ziyaeddin
Brown looking to control but Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Brown is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 15 to 11.
After the fight, Amir Ziyaeddin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 89
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 39 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 16 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Leandro Rodrigues and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Jhit. #CL2#
Ziyaeddin clinches.
Al Jhit is working for takedown but Ziyaeddin is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin jumps into guard, dragging Al Jhit to the mat.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Al Jhit passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Ziyaeddin controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin with the active half guard here but Al Jhit passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Jhit (3) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Al Jhit's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Al Jhit! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Ziyaeddin has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bazar Al Jhit!
After winning the bout, Bazar Al Jhit thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 86
Date: Oct 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 50 losses; Able Archer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 16 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Alexandre Firmino and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Ziyaeddin moves into the clinch successfully.
Archer wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin jumps guard and drags Archer to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Archer passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Archer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Archer's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Archer (0) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Archer rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Archer is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Archer's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Ziyaeddin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Archer is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ziyaeddin keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Archer wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ziyaeddin in particular looking to stall.
Ziyaeddin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Ziyaeddin is looking to advance position but Archer won't allow it.
Archer is trying to control but can't.
Archer is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Archer is working away.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Archer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Archer wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T5#
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Archer is working away.
Ziyaeddin not doing much here.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Archer is defending well.
Archer keeping hold of Ziyaeddin's head, controlling as best he can. #T6#
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Archer defends it.
Archer is controlling Ziyaeddin's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Archer tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Archer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Archer is holding on for now. #T7#
Ziyaeddin is still trying to improve position.
Archer is trying to control but can't.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Archer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.#T8#
Archer tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Archer is working away. #T9#
Ziyaeddin wants to free his trapped foot but Archer is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Archer does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Archer wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T10#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Archer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Archer tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg. #T11#
Archer wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Archer manages to get to full guard.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Archer (0) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Archer manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Ziyaeddin. #T12#
Archer has Ziyaeddin pulled in close to control his posture.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T13#
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.
Ziyaeddin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Archer wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass to mount but Archer is defending the position. #T14#
Archer wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Archer is defending well.
Ziyaeddin content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin is continuing to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 7 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 84
Date: Oct 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 16 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Travis Labuschagne!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Thiago Cunha and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nice sprawl there from Ziyaeddin as Labuschagne shoots in.
Ziyaeddin tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Labuschagne manages to circle out of the way.
Labuschagne fails with the takedown.#CL#
Ziyaeddin moves into range and clinches up with Labuschagne.#TD#
Ziyaeddin drags the fight down to the ground.
Labuschagne trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Labuschagne passes Ziyaeddin's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Labuschagne is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Labuschagne is working for a submission of some sort.
Ziyaeddin is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Italian Job, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Labuschagne tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ziyaeddin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Labuschagne prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Labuschagne passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (3) Labuschagne
Ziyaeddin has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Labuschagne's lack of action.
Labuschagne stalling away here and it's allowed Ziyaeddin to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Labuschagne tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
#T2#
Labuschagne stands and throws Ziyaeddin's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (6) Labuschagne
Ziyaeddin manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (6) Labuschagne
Labuschagne wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Labuschagne gets full guard.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Labuschagne is keeping the position for now.
Labuschagne wants to sweep but no luck.
Labuschagne working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Labuschagne working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Labuschagne looking for a sweep. Not yet Labuschagne, not yet.
Labuschagne wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Labuschagne trying to control the position.
Labuschagne pulls Ziyaeddin in to control the position.
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Labuschagne's leg trying to pass to half guard. Labuschagne is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Labuschagne wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ziyaeddin prevents Labuschagne from improving his position.
Labuschagne keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Labuschagne wants to get back to full guard but Ziyaeddin has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (6) Labuschagne
Labuschagne tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Labuschagne is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Labuschagne is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Labuschagne is working from the bottom.
Labuschagne tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T5#
Ziyaeddin working away.
Labuschagne tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Labuschagne is still trying to improve position.
Labuschagne is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Labuschagne felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Labuschagne tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Labuschagne is working away. #T6#
Labuschagne sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Labuschagne trying to get back to full guard but Ziyaeddin takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (6) Labuschagne
Labuschagne bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (8) Labuschagne
Labuschagne advances to half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Labuschagne is controlling well.
Labuschagne wants to free his trapped foot but Ziyaeddin is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T7##SUB2#
Labuschagne is looking for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Labuschagne to get the leverage.
Labuschagne sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Labuschagne, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Labuschagne wants to pass to mount but Ziyaeddin is defending the position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to control Labuschagne's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ziyaeddin avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Labuschagne is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ziyaeddin defends it well. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.#T8#
Labuschagne seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back.
Labuschagne wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Labuschagne trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Labuschagne trying to control from Ziyaeddin's half guard. Ziyaeddin has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Labuschagne trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Labuschagne pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T9##SUB2#
Labuschagne is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ziyaeddin defends it well. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin pulls Labuschagne in close to his closed guard and prevents Labuschagne from doing any damage or advancing position.
Labuschagne trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Labuschagne trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10##SUB#
Ziyaeddin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Labuschagne gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Labuschagne trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for a triangle here. Labuschagne is fighting it but it looks tight! Ziyaeddin pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Labuschagne is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Amir Ziyaeddin!
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 82
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 16 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Anderson Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Mauricio Rocha and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gracie has closed the distance and engaged Ziyaeddin in a clinch.
#TD2#
Gracie manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (3) vs (0) Gracie#T1#
Gracie prevents Ziyaeddin from improving position.
Gracie wants to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Gracie tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.
Ziyaeddin advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) Gracie#T2#
Ziyaeddin controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin fails to advance to Gracie's back.
Gracie manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Well, if Ziyaeddin is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Ziyaeddin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gracie won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Gracie is working away. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is looking to advance position but Gracie won't allow it.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gracie is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T5##SUB2#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Gracie is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Ziyaeddin wants to free his trapped foot but Gracie is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin not doing much here.
Ziyaeddin is keen to just control but Gracie is a slippery customer.#T7#
Ziyaeddin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gracie has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #T8#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gracie won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gracie manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9#
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Gracie pulls Ziyaeddin in close to prevent any damage.
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gracie passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back.#T11##SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gracie to get the leverage.
Gracie is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position for now.
Gracie tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ziyaeddin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T12#
Ziyaeddin trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gracie working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Ziyaeddin trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Gracie is keen to just control but Ziyaeddin is a slippery customer.#T13##SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ziyaeddin is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Italian Job, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T14##SUB#
Ziyaeddin with the active half guard here but Gracie passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (5) Gracie
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
A relieved looking Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 81
Date: Sep 27, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Isaac Vernon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 15 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ziyaeddin lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vernon (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep.
Ziyaeddin looking to sit in guard and control but Vernon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Vernon tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard but Vernon passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Vernon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Vernon is controlling well.
Ziyaeddin regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Vernon showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Vernon wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Vernon from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Vernon postures up.
Vernon tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vernon trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Vernon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Vernon controlling from the top position.
Vernon trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin pulls Vernon in close to prevent any damage.
Vernon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Vernon's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin is still trying to improve position.
Vernon passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to roll over but Vernon keeps him under control.
Vernon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (5) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#T4##SUB#
Ziyaeddin tries to improve his position but Vernon has taken his back! Vernon has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Ziyaeddin tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Vernon pushes Ziyaeddin away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Isaac Vernon!
Isaac Vernon decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 79
Date: Sep 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 14 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Anderson Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Thiago Cunha and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gracie rushes Ziyaeddin and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Gracie is pressed up against the ropes. Ziyaeddin has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Gracie down to the mat. Gracie avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Gracie closes the distance and clinches.
Gracie changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ziyaeddin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Gracie wants to clinch up but Ziyaeddin keeps it at a distance.#TD#
Ziyaeddin looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Gracie
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziyaeddin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziyaeddin works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Ziyaeddin looking to sit in guard and control but Gracie gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Gracie
Ziyaeddin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gracie's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (4) Gracie
Ziyaeddin is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
Ziyaeddin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##SUB#
Ziyaeddin has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Gracie is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Ziyaeddin. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (7) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ziyaeddin, who protects the arm well.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control Gracie's posture but Gracie avoids it.
Ziyaeddin is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Ziyaeddin tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gracie off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (7) Gracie
Will Ziyaeddin go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ziyaeddin is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
Gracie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin biding his time, controlling Gracie.
Gracie manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Gracie.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (9) Gracie#T5#
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin controls Gracie momentarily but Gracie frees himself. #T6#
Gracie wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ziyaeddin wants to hit a sweep here but Gracie passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ziyaeddin there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (12) Gracie
Gracie looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7#
Ziyaeddin is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Gracie is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Ziyaeddin to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Ziyaeddin shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Gracie swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Ziyaeddin is now in Gracie's guard. A big mistake from Gracie there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (12) Gracie
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T8##SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ziyaeddin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (12) Gracie
Gracie being controlled for a moment. #T9#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Gracie is working away.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Ziyaeddin just content to control the position. #T10#
Ziyaeddin looking to control but instead Gracie has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
#T11#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Gracie's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gracie is holding on for now.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Gracie says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T12#
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
Gracie wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ziyaeddin is stalling here. Gracie is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ziyaeddin seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Gracie has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (16) Gracie
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gracie postures up.#T13#
Gracie laying and praying for a moment but Ziyaeddin takes advantage and regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin moves into full guard.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ziyaeddin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ziyaeddin's guard.
Gracie passes into side control, despite Ziyaeddin's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (19) Gracie#T14#
Ziyaeddin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Gracie is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Ziyaeddin looks calm but he's in trouble here. Gracie gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Ziyaeddin is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Gracie lets go of the hold and Ziyaeddin can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anderson Gracie!
Anderson Gracie seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 78
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 14 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Alexander Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ziyaeddin shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mesquita pinned against the ropes. Mesquita gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mesquita keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ziyaeddin stuffs the takedown attempt from Mesquita. Mesquita gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Mesquita
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mesquita felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Mesquita tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Mesquita defends it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Mesquita gets back to full guard.
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mesquita has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ziyaeddin has managed to get both his arms back between Mesquita's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Mesquita manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ziyaeddin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Mesquita
Ziyaeddin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ziyaeddin controlling Mesquita's posture.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mesquita keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mesquita passes Ziyaeddin's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to get to full guard but Mesquita has control of the leg.
Mesquita controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
Mesquita wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Mesquita pushes down on Ziyaeddin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Italian Job, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Mesquita seems to be looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is pulling down on Mesquita's head. It's preventing any offense from Mesquita, at least for the moment.#T4#
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Mesquita is looking to advance position but Ziyaeddin has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (2) Mesquita
Mesquita is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Mesquita has worked his arm free - good work by Mesquita!
Mesquita is trying to control Ziyaeddin's posture but Ziyaeddin avoids it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Mesquita is working away. #T5##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mesquita knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mesquita tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mesquita keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Mesquita's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T6#
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mesquita has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Mesquita is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Ziyaeddin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mesquita will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Mesquita is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position. #T8#
Mesquita is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Mesquita tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position. #T9#
Mesquita is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Mesquita is keeping him busy.
Mesquita regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (9) vs (2) Mesquita#SUB#
Ziyaeddin with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Mesquita can't escape the position.
Mesquita tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin controlling his opponent. #T10#
Ziyaeddin tries to control but Mesquita wriggling away.
Mesquita prevents Ziyaeddin from taking his back.
Ziyaeddin content just to control the position here.
Mesquita gets back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mesquita is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11#
Mesquita is looking to control Ziyaeddin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mesquita avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Mesquita looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mesquita is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mesquita wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#T12##SUB2#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (12) vs (2) Mesquita
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Mesquita is working away.
Ziyaeddin moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Mesquita is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Ziyaeddin controls the position from side control.
Mesquita is trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Mesquita is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T14#
Ziyaeddin wants to pass to mount but Mesquita is defending the position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Mesquita is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin prevents Mesquita from improving his position.
Ziyaeddin moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (15) vs (2) Mesquita
Mesquita is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mesquita is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 76
Date: Sep 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 14 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 13 losses; Verneri Ahma!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ahma dives in for a single leg takedown but Ziyaeddin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.#TD#
Ziyaeddin gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (0) Ahma
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Ahma is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ahma is looking to regain half guard here but Ziyaeddin keeps moving and retains side control.
Ziyaeddin is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahma is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ahma will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Ziyaeddin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ahma for as long as he can get away with.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ahma is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position.
Ahma is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Ahma is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ahma seems a little lost for a moment, as Ziyaeddin dominates the positioning.
Ahma manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but Ahma is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ziyaeddin to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Ahma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Ahma is having none of it. #SUB2#
Ahma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ahma looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (0) Ahma
Ziyaeddin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Ahma looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (0) Ahma
Ahma can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Ahma with him. Ahma is trying to defend but Ziyaeddin has an arm under the chin now! Ahma grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 74
Date: Sep 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 14 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 32 losses; Bruce White Jr!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ziyaeddin slaps away a takedown attempt from White Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Ziyaeddin fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging White Jr to the ground. Ziyaeddin is now in White Jr's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) White Jr#SUB2#
White Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) White Jr#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but White Jr is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ziyaeddin is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down White Jr's shoulder. That is not cool.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
White Jr is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Ziyaeddin controlling from side mount.
White Jr is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get an arm triangle but White Jr is defending well.
Ziyaeddin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
White Jr is looking to regain half guard here but Ziyaeddin keeps moving and retains side control.
Ziyaeddin just content to control the position. #T2#
White Jr is looking to regain half guard here but Ziyaeddin keeps moving and retains side control.
Ziyaeddin controls the position from side control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but White Jr is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position from side mount.
White Jr is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but White Jr is working from the bottom.
White Jr tries to improve position but can't.
White Jr is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
White Jr with the active half guard here but Ziyaeddin passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) White Jr
White Jr is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ziyaeddin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get an arm triangle but White Jr is defending well.
White Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ziyaeddin's best efforts.
White Jr has a hand on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ziyaeddin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (0) White Jr
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but White Jr is squirming around nicely.
White Jr is controlling an arm, preventing Ziyaeddin from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
White Jr tries to improve his position but instead Ziyaeddin has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (14) vs (0) White Jr
Ziyaeddin controlling from the back.
Ziyaeddin tries to get the hooks in deep but White Jr pushed the leg off.
White Jr is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T5#
Ziyaeddin controls the action.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but White Jr is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin keeps control of the position easily here as White Jr tries to buck him off.
White Jr is in bad spot here.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position well here. White Jr rolled but Ziyaeddin kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
White Jr tries to break free.
#SUB#
White Jr fending off the submission attempt from Ziyaeddin. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking to break White Jr's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. White Jr remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ziyaeddin will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T6#
White Jr tries to break free.
White Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to stick to White Jr's back but White Jr is turning into Ziyaeddin. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by White Jr. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (14) vs (2) White Jr
White Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ziyaeddin is adopting a defensive guard.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. White Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (16) vs (2) White Jr
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
White Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T7#
Ziyaeddin controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
White Jr has an active guard here but Ziyaeddin has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
White Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin not doing much here.
#SUB2#
White Jr actively working from the bottom here.
White Jr looks winded!
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T8##SUB2#
White Jr has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ziyaeddin escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ziyaeddin! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (19) vs (2) White Jr
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but White Jr keeps working.
Ziyaeddin controls the position from side control.
White Jr is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
White Jr is being controlled here. #T9#
White Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but White Jr keeps working.
White Jr is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ziyaeddin off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (19) vs (6) White Jr
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
White Jr is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ziyaeddin knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ziyaeddin for a finish.
Ziyaeddin just trying to survive but White Jr is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is having to fend off submission attempts from White Jr, who is looking to sink in the choke. White Jr doesn't have the hooks in though and Ziyaeddin manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (21) vs (6) White Jr
Ziyaeddin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (24) vs (6) White Jr
Ziyaeddin wants to control but White Jr is keeping him busy.
White Jr tries to improve position but can't. #T10#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
White Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but White Jr is working from the bottom.
White Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Further stalling from Ziyaeddin.#T11#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but White Jr is keeping him busy.
White Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to work for a kimura but White Jr is defending well.
#SUB2#
White Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
White Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
White Jr wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T12#
Ziyaeddin not doing much here.
#SUB2#
White Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
White Jr is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but White Jr is defending well.
Ziyaeddin content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but White Jr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but White Jr defending well.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T13##SUB2#
White Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
White Jr regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. White Jr is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but White Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
White Jr can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
White Jr looking for a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin defends easily.
#T14#
Ziyaeddin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (27) vs (6) White Jr
White Jr seems a little lost for a moment, as Ziyaeddin dominates the positioning.
White Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but White Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is staying tight to White Jr's torso, preventing him from escaping.
White Jr is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ziyaeddin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
White Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 27 to 6.
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Bruce White Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 73
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 14 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 35 losses; Tan Zan!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zan enables Ziyaeddin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Zan
Ziyaeddin works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Zan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Zan says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Zan wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Zan is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Amir Ziyaeddin!
After winning the bout, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWCFN 12
Date: Jan 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 13 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 15 losses; Guillo Perez !
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Daniel Blasius and Aafke Stam.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Perez
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Perez wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Perez actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perez is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Perez trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Perez trying to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Ziyaeddin is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ziyaeddin moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) Perez
Ziyaeddin taking a breather here.
Perez is looking to regain half guard here but Ziyaeddin keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Perez keeps working.
Perez is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin working away.
Perez is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Perez is trying to escape the position but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position.
Perez is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Perez manages to get to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Ziyaeddin passes Perez 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Perez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) Perez
Perez is trying to escape the mount.
Perez gets back to half guard.
Perez is trying to control but can't.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Perez keeps working.
Perez regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is sitting in close to Perez 's body. Perez has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Ziyaeddin is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Ziyaeddin is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Perez .
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Guillo Perez !
Guillo Perez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 333 - Hirsch vs Bandito
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 25 losses; Ze Jiurgite! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 12 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Dmitry Maklakov, Aleksandr Martynov and Viktor Lagutenko.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Jiurgite fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Jiurgite closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ziyaeddin did well to prevent Jiurgite getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jiurgite (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Jiurgite trying to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jiurgite wants to advance to full mount but Ziyaeddin doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Jiurgite pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Jiurgite content to stall in guard here.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiurgite engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Jiurgite wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Jiurgite is pushing down on Ziyaeddin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ziyaeddin is fighting to maintain full guard but Jiurgite has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ziyaeddin is refusing to be controlled, as Jiurgite sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
Jiurgite trying to control the pace.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jiurgite is keeping busy.
#T2#
Ziyaeddin preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Jiurgite is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jiurgite controlling the pace.
Jiurgite passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jiurgite (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jiurgite controlling his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Jiurgite isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Jiurgite controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Jiurgite pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Jiurgite trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jiurgite seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin is holding on tight.
Jiurgite looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away. #T4#
Jiurgite trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jiurgite is having none of it.
Jiurgite has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jiurgite tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to reverse the position but instead Jiurgite has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Jiurgite (8) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Jiurgite slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Ziyaeddin just trying to survive but Jiurgite is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ziyaeddin is trying to break free.
Jiurgite tries to get the hooks in deep but Ziyaeddin pushed the leg off.
Jiurgite controlling the position well here. Ziyaeddin rolled but Jiurgite kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T5#
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
Jiurgite slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Will Jiurgite go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Jiurgite just sinks the hooks in.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Jiurgite to control. #SUB#
Jiurgite looking for the choke from the back.
Ziyaeddin breaks Jiurgite's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jiurgite (8) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Jiurgite trying to control the position.
Jiurgite is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T6#
Ziyaeddin won't allow Jiurgite to sweep him here. #SUB#
Jiurgite is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ziyaeddin is aware though and is defending well.
Jiurgite trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Jiurgite is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jiurgite is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jiurgite controls Ziyaeddin momentarily but Ziyaeddin frees himself.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jiurgite is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Jiurgite has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jiurgite (8) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Jiurgite tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Jiurgite sneaks back into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Jiurgite tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Jiurgite is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T8#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Jiurgite is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Jiurgite has his foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziyaeddin works his way back into a safe position though.
Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Jiurgite defends it.
Jiurgite is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jiurgite (12) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Jiurgite wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the hands but Jiurgite breaks the grip.
Jiurgite is looking to control Ziyaeddin but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Jiurgite gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control.
Ziyaeddin wants to escape the position.
#T9#
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Jiurgite to control.
Ziyaeddin tries to roll but Jiurgite sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Jiurgite has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Ziyaeddin is in real trouble here. Jiurgite gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Ziyaeddin is tapping out! Jiurgite wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ze Jiurgite! |
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Event:
CWC 332 - Silva Jr vs El Toro
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Dubaku Womba! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 12 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Alan Glass and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ziyaeddin dives in and grabs Womba's left leg, looking for a takedown. Womba pushes down on Ziyaeddin's head and hops out.
Ziyaeddin closes this distance looking for a takedown but Womba circles away.
Ziyaeddin shoots in looking for a takedown. Womba tries to sprawl out of it but Ziyaeddin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Womba manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dubaku Womba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Womba shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ziyaeddin as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Ziyaeddin drives through with a takedown into Womba's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Womba (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Womba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin is stalling in the full guard.
Womba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there. #T1#
Womba is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Womba is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Womba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
My spies in JAG Battle Gym inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Womba is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Womba (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#T2#
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Womba, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to control Womba's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ziyaeddin avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Womba is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Womba.
Ziyaeddin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Womba stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Womba wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#T3#
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Womba from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin trying to keep a closed guard but Womba is proving a slippery customer.
Ziyaeddin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Womba passes Ziyaeddin's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Womba seems to be working for a kimura but Ziyaeddin defends the submission attempt.
Ziyaeddin keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Womba is working away from the top position though.#T4##SUB#
Womba is looking for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Womba to get the leverage.
Ziyaeddin is concentrating on defense, preventing Womba from advancing position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Womba is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ziyaeddin defends it well.
Ziyaeddin is controlling Womba's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Womba is looking to advance position but Ziyaeddin won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Womba, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T5#
Ziyaeddin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Womba is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ziyaeddin is just riding it out for now. Womba eventually gives up the hold.
Ziyaeddin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Womba is trying to work for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Ziyaeddin gets full guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for a guillotine here but Womba defends easily.
#T6#
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin controls Womba momentarily but Womba frees himself. #SUB#
Womba is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Womba wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Womba manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Womba (2) vs (4) Ziyaeddin#T7##SUB#
Womba is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziyaeddin defends well.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Womba to sweep him here.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Womba working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Womba working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Womba throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ziyaeddin escapes and throws Womba's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Womba (2) vs (7) Ziyaeddin#T8#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Womba is keeping him busy.
Womba tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Ziyaeddin in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T9#
Womba manages to get back to half guard.
Womba is trying to get back to full guard.
Womba won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Womba tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Ziyaeddin performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Womba trying to control here.
#T10#
Womba is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Womba says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Womba is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Womba's thigh, looking to free his foot. Womba is holding on for now.
Womba is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is working for a kimura but Womba is defending it quite comfortably.
#T11#
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Womba says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Womba is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Womba wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#SUB#
Womba looking for submissions off his back.
Womba gets back to full guard.
#T12##SUB#
Womba looking for subs off his back but Ziyaeddin has passed one foot through into half guard.
Womba wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Womba (2) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
Womba stops Ziyaeddin from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Womba tries to improve his position but instead Ziyaeddin has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Womba (2) vs (13) Ziyaeddin
Womba tries to roll but Ziyaeddin sticks to his back.
#T13#
Ziyaeddin controls the action.
Womba manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Womba.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Womba (4) vs (13) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T14#
Womba seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Womba trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Womba pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Womba slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Womba won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 13 to 4.
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 330 - Trump vs Cruz
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 18 losses; Reijo Halli! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 11 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Paulo Santos and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Halli dives in for a single leg takedown but Ziyaeddin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Halli gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Halli (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Halli is very close to passing his half guard.
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin is pulling down on Halli's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halli stays in close to Ziyaeddin's body and controls the position. #T1#
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Halli stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Halli is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ziyaeddin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin pulls Halli in close to prevent any damage.
Ziyaeddin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ziyaeddin is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Halli keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T4#
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Halli is retaining full guard.
Halli keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Halli is adopting a defensive guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Halli keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Halli swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Halli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Halli is controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T6#
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Halli is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Halli is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin is looking to advance position but Halli has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Halli (6) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#T7#
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Halli perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Halli is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Halli tries to pass to full mount but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Ziyaeddin keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Halli is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T8#
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control Halli's posture.
Ziyaeddin controls Halli momentarily but Halli frees himself.
Ziyaeddin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Halli has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Halli (9) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#T9#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Halli postures up.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Halli off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Halli (9) vs (6) Ziyaeddin
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Ziyaeddin's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Halli breaks Ziyaeddin's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (11) vs (6) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Halli slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ziyaeddin managing to control the position. #T10#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Halli passes easily into half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Halli is controlling well.
Ziyaeddin moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Ziyaeddin pulls Halli in close to his closed guard and prevents Halli from doing any damage or advancing position.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Halli trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Halli stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T12#
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Ziyaeddin is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Halli is aware though and is defending well.
Halli stays in close to Ziyaeddin's body and controls the position.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Halli manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halli (11) vs (8) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T13#
It looks like Ziyaeddin might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Halli is working from the bottom. #T14#
Halli is trying to keep Ziyaeddin in close.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Halli is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin is still trying to improve position.
Ziyaeddin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Halli keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Halli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Halli takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
Reijo Halli retains his super heavyweight title!
Reijo Halli bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CWC 329
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 11 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 23 losses; Ze Jiurgite!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Mauricio Rocha and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ziyaeddin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Jiurgite
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jiurgite knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jiurgite has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is keen to just control but Jiurgite is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Jiurgite is defending well.
Jiurgite is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin trying to mount his opponent but Jiurgite defends it. #T1#
Jiurgite trying to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Jiurgite looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jiurgite gets back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Jiurgite.
Ziyaeddin stays in close to Jiurgite's body and controls the position.
Ziyaeddin stands and throws Jiurgite's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) Jiurgite
Jiurgite is looking to reverse the position.
Jiurgite keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jiurgite keeps working. #T2#
Jiurgite is looking to reverse the position.
Jiurgite wants to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Jiurgite gets back to half guard.
Jiurgite is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass to mount but Jiurgite is defending the position. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for an arm triangle but Jiurgite is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jiurgite tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.#T3#
Jiurgite is trying to control but Ziyaeddin manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) Jiurgite
Ziyaeddin looking to control but Jiurgite is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jiurgite is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jiurgite has given up his back here. Will Ziyaeddin look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (0) Jiurgite
Ziyaeddin biding his time, controlling Jiurgite.
Jiurgite tries to break free.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T4#
Jiurgite manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Jiurgite.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (2) Jiurgite
Ziyaeddin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jiurgite looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Jiurgite avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziyaeddin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (2) Jiurgite
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here.
Jiurgite wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Jiurgite keeps moving.
Jiurgite wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jiurgite is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Jiurgite is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jiurgite is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (4) Jiurgite
Jiurgite is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.#T6#
Jiurgite wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Jiurgite controlling the action here.
Jiurgite is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Jiurgite wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Jiurgite is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Jiurgite trying to control the action but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jiurgite pulls his head out easily.
Jiurgite tries to pass to full mount but Ziyaeddin defends it. #T7#
Ziyaeddin is in trouble now - Jiurgite has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (7) Jiurgite
Jiurgite is looking to work his way around to Ziyaeddin's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Jiurgite trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ziyaeddin is trying desperately to improve position.
Jiurgite seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin is holding on tight.
#T8#
Jiurgite prevents Ziyaeddin from getting the reversal.
Jiurgite can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away.
Jiurgite trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
Jiurgite looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away.#SUB2#
Jiurgite looking for a guillotine from mount but Ziyaeddin is having none of it. #T9#
Jiurgite trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away.
Jiurgite looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ziyaeddin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jiurgite takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ziyaeddin is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Jiurgite seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin is holding on tight.
#T10#
Jiurgite avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.
Jiurgite wants to take his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin doesn't allow it.
Jiurgite wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin is working hard here to advance position.
Jiurgite controlling the position easily from mount.
Jiurgite is looking to work his way around to Ziyaeddin's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T11#
Jiurgite controlling the pace for now.
Jiurgite wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jiurgite sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jiurgite avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.#T12#
Jiurgite fails to take his opponent's back.
Ziyaeddin is looking to get to half guard.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Jiurgite's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
Jiurgite content just to control the position here.
Jiurgite trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T13#
Jiurgite controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin is working to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin stops Jiurgite from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Jiurgite is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jiurgite controlling the position easily from mount. #T14#
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Jiurgite pushes him away.
Jiurgite can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Jiurgite controlling the pace for now.
Jiurgite wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 13 to 7.
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC HALLOWEEN HAVOC 1
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 10 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jan Sobieski!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Sobieski
Sobieski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sobieski wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sobieski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Sobieski#SUB2#
Sobieski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sobieski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Sobieski keeps moving.
Sobieski is trying to keep Ziyaeddin in close.
#T1#
Sobieski wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sobieski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sobieski is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Sobieski has his foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziyaeddin works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Sobieski wants to sweep here but Ziyaeddin controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Sobieski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ziyaeddin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Sobieski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziyaeddin defends well.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Sobieski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Sobieski keeps moving. #T3#
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Sobieski is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Ziyaeddin rolls with it to try and escape but Sobieski cranks on the arm and Ziyaeddin is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jan Sobieski!
Jan Sobieski gave a mention to HELLBENT in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 327- Silva Jr vs Zulu
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 28 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 9 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Petersen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Petersen wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Petersen gets caught flat footed, as Ziyaeddin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Petersen (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
My spies in JAG Battle Gym inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Petersen pulls Ziyaeddin in close to prevent any damage.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Petersen controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Petersen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Ziyaeddin is pulling down on Petersen's head to control his posture.
Petersen works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Petersen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Petersen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Petersen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Petersen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Petersen has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Petersen prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
Petersen content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin is trying is best to control the position here.
Petersen wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control from the bottom.
Petersen has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (5) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Petersen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Petersen looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Petersen controlling his opponent.
Petersen wants to take Ziyaeddin's back but he can't do it this time.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Petersen isn't that keen on the idea.
Ziyaeddin keeps trying to improve his position.
Petersen takes Ziyaeddin's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ziyaeddin is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Petersen (8) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Petersen gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control. #T5#
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Petersen to control.
Petersen really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ziyaeddin.
Petersen tries to keep control of the position but Ziyaeddin is staying busy.
What can Ziyaeddin do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Petersen keeps control of the position as Ziyaeddin tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T6#
Ziyaeddin manages to reverse the position and now he's in Petersen's guard. Nice work there by Ziyaeddin.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (8) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Petersen is looking to sweep but instead, Ziyaeddin has passed into half guard.
Ziyaeddin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Petersen is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.
Petersen looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Petersen controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Petersen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ziyaeddin is stalling in the full guard.
Petersen controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.
Petersen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (10) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Petersen is very close to passing his half guard.
Petersen is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8#
Petersen content to control rather than advance.
Petersen wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Petersen passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (13) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Petersen's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ziyaeddin is controlling Petersen's trapped leg to prevent Petersen from advancing to side control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
Petersen passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (16) vs (4) Ziyaeddin#T9#
Ziyaeddin gets back to half guard.
Petersen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Petersen passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (19) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Petersen trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Petersen with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Petersen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Petersen wants to take his opponent's back but Ziyaeddin doesn't allow it. #T10#
Petersen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Petersen.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Petersen's attempts to control the action.
Petersen is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ziyaeddin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Petersen is really struggling to control Ziyaeddin but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Petersen avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
#T11#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Petersen is having none of it.
Petersen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Petersen tries to control but Ziyaeddin wriggling away.
Ziyaeddin stops Petersen from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Petersen trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T12#
Petersen content just to control the position here.
Petersen fails to take his opponent's back.
Ziyaeddin is squirming around, avoiding Petersen's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin tries to lock up and control but Petersen gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Petersen controlling his opponent.
Petersen wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Petersen pushes him away.#T13#
Petersen wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Petersen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Petersen is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Ziyaeddin is surviving well by controlling Petersen's body position as best he can.
Petersen controlling from the full mount.
Ziyaeddin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Petersen jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain half guard here but Petersen keeps moving and retains side control. #T14#
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Petersen working away.#SUB#
Petersen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ziyaeddin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain half guard here but Petersen keeps moving and retains side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
Conald Petersen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 326
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 26 losses; Joe Average! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Alexandre Firmino and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Average shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Average showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ziyaeddin.
Average trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Average pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to keep a closed guard but Average is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Average trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Average is one step ahead there. #T1#
Average wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin controlling Average's posture.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Average postures up.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Average tries to pass.
Average not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Average wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T2#
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Average is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ziyaeddin is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Average is working from the bottom.
Average looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking to improve position, pressing down on Average's thigh with his hand. Average seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Ziyaeddin paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Ziyaeddin's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Average picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joe Average!
Joe Average retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Joe Average thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 311 - Lee vs Brown
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 21 losses; Frank Andersson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Tiny Johnson and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Andersson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ziyaeddin sprawls well. Ziyaeddin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Andersson gets slowly back to his feet.
Andersson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ziyaeddin swivels and escapes.#TD#
Ziyaeddin shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Andersson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Andersson#SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Andersson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Andersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andersson keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Andersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Andersson is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Andersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ziyaeddin is aware though and is defending well.
Ziyaeddin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) Andersson
Andersson struggling a bit here.
Andersson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Andersson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Andersson is defending well. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin seems to be looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Andersson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Andersson actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Andersson is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Andersson is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) Andersson
Ziyaeddin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Andersson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Andersson stays in close to Ziyaeddin's body and controls the position. #T5#
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
Andersson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andersson wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Andersson trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Andersson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ziyaeddin looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ziyaeddin looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ziyaeddin! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (12) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Andersson trying to remain calm as Ziyaeddin controls from the top position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Andersson is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andersson is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Ziyaeddin politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ziyaeddin prefers to stall for the moment though.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Andersson has escaped the position, nice work there. #T7#
Andersson is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Andersson is working from the bottom.
Andersson is trying to get back to half guard.
Andersson is being controlled here.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Andersson is working away.
Ziyaeddin working away.
Andersson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ziyaeddin's best efforts.
Ziyaeddin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (15) vs (2) Andersson#T8#
Andersson is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Andersson tries to reverse the position but Ziyaeddin maintains control.
Ziyaeddin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ziyaeddin prevents Andersson from getting the reversal.
Andersson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Andersson is working away.
Andersson wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Andersson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Andersson looking for subs from the bottom but Ziyaeddin mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (18) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson is working to get back to half guard.
Andersson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Andersson trying to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Andersson is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ziyaeddin is staying active.
Ziyaeddin wants to advance to full mount but Andersson doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T10#
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Andersson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Andersson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ziyaeddin is stalling in the full guard.
Andersson working a defensive guard but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (21) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson is being controlled here. #T11#
Andersson tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin taking a breather here.
Andersson sneaks back into half guard.
Andersson won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Andersson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T12#
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.
Ziyaeddin moves into full mount! Andersson won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (24) vs (2) Andersson
Andersson tries to reverse the position but Ziyaeddin maintains control.
Ziyaeddin fails to move to back control.
Andersson wants to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T13#
Ziyaeddin wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ziyaeddin prevents Andersson from getting the reversal.
Andersson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Andersson gets back to full guard.
Andersson keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Andersson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T14#
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Andersson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Andersson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Andersson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Andersson's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ziyaeddin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (27) vs (2) Andersson
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 27 to 2.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 310 - ALL OUT WAR
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 23 losses; Moldy Jello!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jello shoots in looking for a takedown but Ziyaeddin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jello's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ziyaeddin attempts a counter takedown but Jello avoids it well and moves away.
Ziyaeddin fails with the takedown.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Ziyaeddin scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Jello
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jello is trying to control but can't.
Jello is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Jello manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Jello tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jello pulls Ziyaeddin in to control the position. #T1#
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
Jello not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ziyaeddin passes Jello's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jello does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jello has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Jello is having none of it.
Jello wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jello does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jello tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Jello is working from the bottom.
Jello has a hand on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ziyaeddin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (0) Jello
Jello can't escape the position.
Jello is still trying to improve position.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position easily from mount.
Jello is trying to escape the mount.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Jello keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jello is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jello is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin prevents Jello from getting the reversal.
Jello regains half guard.#T4#
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jello knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jello makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jello.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Jello to sweep him here.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Jello looking to control.
Jello has control of Ziyaeddin's left arm, preventing Ziyaeddin from doing any damage. #T5#
Jello is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jello wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jello is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin pushes down on Jello's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jello moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T6#
Jello is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jello looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello looking to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T7#
Jello is trying to keep Ziyaeddin in close.
Ziyaeddin is pushing down on Jello's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jello is fighting to maintain full guard but Ziyaeddin has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Jello is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here. #T8#
Jello is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jello moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jello wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Jello is retaining full guard.
Jello looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jello's guard.
Jello wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Jello defending well. #T9#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jello is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (0) Jello
Jello is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin fails to advance to Jello's back.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jello is having none of it.
Jello tries to lock up and control but Ziyaeddin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T10#
Jello is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Jello to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jello wants to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Jello tries to reverse the position but Ziyaeddin maintains control.
Ziyaeddin controlling from mount.
Ziyaeddin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jello is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin wants to take his opponent's back but Jello doesn't allow it. #T11#
Jello is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Jello tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jello tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away. #T12#
Jello sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Ziyaeddin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Jello! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (0) Jello
Ziyaeddin prevents Jello from getting the reversal.
Ziyaeddin wants to take his opponent's back but Jello doesn't allow it.
Jello sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Jello is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jello is trying is best to control the position here.
Jello wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Jello is defending well.
Ziyaeddin prevents Jello from improving his position.#T13#
Ziyaeddin moves into full mount! Jello won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (14) vs (0) Jello
Ziyaeddin prevents Jello from getting the reversal.
Jello tries to lock up and control but Ziyaeddin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jello working to try and regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jello is having none of it. #T14#
Ziyaeddin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Jello keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jello tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello can't escape the position.
Jello keeps trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin is looking to work his way around to Jello's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Moldy Jello stepped up to the mic, saying 'I like big butts!'. |
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Event:
CWC 309 - Steel vs Pavlov
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Darragh Fiachna!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Russell Pearce and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ziyaeddin. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (0) Fiachna
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Fiachna tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fiachna can't do much from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Fiachna is keeping him busy.
Fiachna tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Fiachna keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiachna is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Fiachna is letting Ziyaeddin control him for a moment. #T1#
Fiachna tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Fiachna's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fiachna is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Fiachna manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fiachna is just riding it out for now. Ziyaeddin eventually gives up the hold.
Fiachna wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2##SUB2#
Fiachna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fiachna won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Fiachna moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Fiachna is keeping the position.
Fiachna wants to control but Ziyaeddin passes easily into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Fiachna wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ziyaeddin trying to mount his opponent but Fiachna defends it.
Ziyaeddin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Fiachna! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (0) Fiachna#T3#
Ziyaeddin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fiachna manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Fiachna is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Fiachna defending well.
Fiachna tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Fiachna trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Fiachna looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Still in half guard, Ziyaeddin seems content to control.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Fiachna's thigh, looking to free his foot. Fiachna is holding on for now.
Fiachna is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Fiachna wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fiachna wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Fiachna is defending well.
Ziyaeddin is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Fiachna is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass to mount but Fiachna is defending the position. #T5#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Fiachna is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Fiachna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Fiachna says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fiachna does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fiachna won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Fiachna looking for submissions off his back.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Fiachna tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.#T6#
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fiachna keeps working.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Fiachna is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fiachna has a hand on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Ziyaeddin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (0) Fiachna
Ziyaeddin content just to control the position here.
Fiachna tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fiachna is trying to escape the mount.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Fiachna working to try and regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Fiachna is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (0) Fiachna
Ziyaeddin biding his time, controlling Fiachna.
Fiachna tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Fiachna regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace. #T8#
Ziyaeddin prevents Fiachna from improving his position.
Fiachna is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Fiachna trying to hold on to Ziyaeddin's head to control him but Ziyaeddin postures up.
#SUB#
Fiachna is defending against the submission attempts here by Ziyaeddin.
Fiachna is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (16) vs (0) Fiachna#T9#
Ziyaeddin controlling from mount.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Fiachna is having none of it.
Fiachna working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Fiachna is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ziyaeddin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Fiachna sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Fiachna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T10#
Fiachna trying to hold on to Ziyaeddin's head to control him but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Fiachna looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Fiachna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fiachna tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.#T11#
Fiachna is looking for a sweep. Ziyaeddin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Fiachna is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin is looking to advance position but Fiachna won't allow it.
Fiachna is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Fiachna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Fiachna is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Fiachna knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fiachna is trying to get back to full guard.#T12##SUB2#
Fiachna actively working from the bottom here.
Fiachna is in trouble now - Ziyaeddin has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (19) vs (0) Fiachna
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fiachna really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fiachna is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fiachna tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T13#
Fiachna tries to lock up and control but Ziyaeddin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position easily from mount.
Fiachna is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin content just to control the position here.
Fiachna is desperately trying to improve his position but Ziyaeddin has a good base and remains in mount.#T14#
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Fiachna to control.
Fiachna is working to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin takes Fiachna's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Fiachna is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (22) vs (0) Fiachna
Fiachna rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Fiachna is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ziyaeddin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fiachna tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Fiachna throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ziyaeddin uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (25) vs (0) Fiachna#SUB#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Fiachna, who protects the arm well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 25 to 0.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 307 - Ziyaeddin vs Diesel
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 21 losses; Kurt Diesel!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Albert Achterberg and Patrick Alders.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Diesel misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Diesel fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ziyaeddin avoids it really well and circles away.
Diesel dives in for a single leg takedown but Ziyaeddin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Amir Ziyaeddin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kurt Diesel.
Diesel shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ziyaeddin but Ziyaeddin pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Ziyaeddin bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (0) Diesel
Ziyaeddin controls the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Diesel is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Diesel's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Diesel is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Diesel is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Diesel is keeping him busy. #T2#
Diesel is trying to control Ziyaeddin's posture but Ziyaeddin avoids it.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Diesel is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Ziyaeddin tries for a kimura but Diesel is defending well.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Diesel is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ziyaeddin is really struggling to control Diesel but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Diesel can't do much from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working.
Diesel can't do much from the bottom here.
Diesel is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5#
Diesel trying to remain calm as Ziyaeddin controls from the top position.
Diesel tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin taking a breather here.
Diesel tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Diesel is keeping him busy.
Diesel is looking to regain half guard here but Ziyaeddin keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Diesel is working away.
Diesel felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin working away.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working.
Diesel tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin tries for a kimura but Diesel is defending well.
Diesel is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Diesel can't do much from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Diesel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Diesel's face as Ziyaeddin controls the position.
Diesel is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Ziyaeddin is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Diesel is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position. #T9#
Ziyaeddin working away.
Diesel is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Diesel wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Diesel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10#
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Diesel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diesel wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Diesel is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Diesel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11#
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Diesel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ziyaeddin pulls his head out easily. #T12#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Diesel is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (0) Diesel
Diesel manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (2) Diesel
Diesel trying to control from half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away. #T13##SUB2#
Diesel is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ziyaeddin defends it well.
Ziyaeddin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Diesel's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Diesel's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (2) Diesel
Ziyaeddin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Diesel's body.
Diesel wants to control his opponent's hands but Ziyaeddin gets his hands free.
Ziyaeddin biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14#
Diesel just looking to survive in the bad position.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Ziyaeddin trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ziyaeddin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
Amir Ziyaeddin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 306 - Ziyaeddin vs Jackson
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 18 losses; Tyrano Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Alexandre Firmino and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Ziyaeddin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (0) Jackson
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson working a defensive guard here.
Jackson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ziyaeddin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Jackson
Ziyaeddin controls Jackson momentarily but Jackson frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Ziyaeddin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Jackson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Jackson preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
#T2#
Ziyaeddin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Jackson passes Ziyaeddin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
Jackson trying to control the pace.
Ziyaeddin tries to get to full guard but Jackson has control of the leg. #T3#
Jackson is looking to advance position but Ziyaeddin won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (5) Jackson
Ziyaeddin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ziyaeddin is working hard here to advance position.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Jackson pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jackson content just to control the position here. #T4#
Jackson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ziyaeddin is looking to escape.
Ziyaeddin is controlling an arm, preventing Jackson from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Jackson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ziyaeddin doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Jackson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jackson wants to control the action but instead Ziyaeddin gets a body lock and reverses into Jackson's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (5) Jackson#T5#
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Jackson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ziyaeddin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (7) Jackson
Jackson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin pulls Jackson in to control the position. #T6#
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Jackson being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson preventing the sweep.
Jackson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T7#
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin pulls Jackson in close to his closed guard and prevents Jackson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Jackson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ziyaeddin controls Jackson momentarily but Jackson frees himself.
Jackson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jackson has picked Ziyaeddin up and slammed him! Ziyaeddin can't keep hold of the triangle and Jackson manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (10) Jackson
Ziyaeddin tries to bench press Jackson off him but Jackson keeps the position. #T9#
Ziyaeddin is not content to let Jackson control the position.
Jackson tries to advance to mount but Ziyaeddin denies him.
Jackson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ziyaeddin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Ziyaeddin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
#T10#
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.
Ziyaeddin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Jackson pushes down on Ziyaeddin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jackson trying to control the pace. #T11#
Ziyaeddin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jackson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jackson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (10) Jackson
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Jackson from escaping the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control.
Jackson wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for the choke from the back position but Jackson is controlling his hands well.
Jackson is in bad spot here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
Jackson breaks Ziyaeddin's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (12) Jackson
Jackson wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T12#
Jackson controlling from the top position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (12) Jackson
Ziyaeddin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jackson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Ziyaeddin manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (12) Jackson
Jackson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Jackson tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Jackson can't escape the position.
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Jackson to control.
Jackson just holding on.
Jackson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jackson is desperately trying to improve his position but Ziyaeddin has a good base and remains in mount.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin fails to move to back control. #T14#
Jackson wants to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Jackson is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Jackson to control.
Jackson is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin wants to take his opponent's back but Jackson doesn't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 13 to 12.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Amir Ziyaeddin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 305 - Las Vegas
Date: May 22, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 23 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Frank Dennis and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Priest shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Priest was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (4) Priest
Priest is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ziyaeddin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Ziyaeddin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin isn't going anywhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Priest has control of an arm but Ziyaeddin manages to advance to Priest's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (4) Priest
You can see the frustration on Priest's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T1#
Priest manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Priest.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (6) Priest
Priest is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
Priest stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Priest wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Priest postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Priest looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Priest showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
It looks like Priest might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Priest won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
Priest trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Ziyaeddin is pulling down on Priest's head. It's preventing any offense from Priest, at least for the moment.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Priest won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
Priest sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Priest got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Priest has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Priest got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Priest has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.
Priest not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (6) Priest
Priest tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Priest looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Priest is looking to improve his position.
Priest is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T5#
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Priest is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Priest is controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position.
Priest tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Priest keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Priest is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Priest keeps moving.
Priest controls Ziyaeddin momentarily but Ziyaeddin frees himself. #T6#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Priest is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Priest is controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Priest is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T7#
Priest is looking to sweep but instead, Ziyaeddin has passed into half guard.
Priest is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Priest wants to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Priest gets back to full guard.
Priest has Ziyaeddin pulled in close to control his posture.
Ziyaeddin pushing down on Priest's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Priest trying to control here.
#T8#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Priest is keeping him busy.
Priest is looking to control Ziyaeddin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Priest avoid being mounted?
Priest tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T9#
Priest has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.
Priest is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Ziyaeddin wants to free his trapped foot but Priest is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Priest is trying to maintain the position but Ziyaeddin is very close to passing his half guard.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Priest's thigh, looking to free his foot. Priest is holding on for now.
Ziyaeddin prevents Priest from improving his position.#T10#
Priest is looking to control Ziyaeddin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Priest avoid being mounted?
Priest tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Ziyaeddin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Priest is trying to get back to full guard.
Priest trying to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Priest is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Priest felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin is just content to waste time from the top position. Priest takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T11#
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Priest keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Priest is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (8) Priest
Ziyaeddin wants to control the position but Priest says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Still in half guard, Priest seems content to control.
Ziyaeddin moves into full guard.
Priest seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ziyaeddin has his hands on Priest's head, controlling the position. #T12#
Priest won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
Priest content to stall in guard here.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
#T13#
Priest not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Priest tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin has Priest pulled in close to control his posture.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Ziyaeddin being controlled here, momentarily.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control Priest's posture.#T14#
Priest is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ziyaeddin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Priest manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (8) Priest
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Priest pulls Ziyaeddin in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Priest has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Ziyaeddin gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Amir Ziyaeddin retains his light heavyweight title!
Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 304 - Silva Jr vs Sparxx
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 17 losses; Tyrano Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jackson (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Jackson tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Jackson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Jackson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jackson's coaches at SSJ Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Ziyaeddin controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Jackson is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Ziyaeddin controlling his opponent.
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Jackson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jackson gets back to full guard.
Jackson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jackson keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass. #T2#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson pulls Ziyaeddin in to control the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ziyaeddin advances to half guard.
Jackson tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Jackson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jackson (4) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Jackson has good solid back control here. #T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Jackson just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
I would not like to be Ziyaeddin right now.
Ziyaeddin is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin keeps trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control his opponent's hands but Jackson gets his hands free.
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
Jackson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ziyaeddin's body.
#T4#
Ziyaeddin trying to control but not successfully.
Ziyaeddin is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Jackson is staying active.
Jackson just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jackson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Jackson just sinks the hooks in.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T5#
Ziyaeddin is trying to break free.
Jackson controlling from the back.
Jackson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is in bad spot here.
#T6#
Jackson controlling the position well here. Ziyaeddin rolled but Jackson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Jackson is trying to stick to Ziyaeddin's back but Ziyaeddin is turning into Jackson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jackson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ziyaeddin. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (4) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Jackson pulls Ziyaeddin in close to prevent any damage.
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Jackson pulls Ziyaeddin in close to his closed guard and prevents Ziyaeddin from doing any damage or advancing position.#T7#
Ziyaeddin won't allow Jackson to sweep him here.
Jackson working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck.
My spies in BDS inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ziyaeddin stands and throws Jackson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (4) vs (10) Ziyaeddin#T8#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Jackson tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Ziyaeddin in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Ziyaeddin laying and praying for a moment but Jackson takes advantage and regains half guard. #T9#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T10#
Jackson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Jackson working a defensive guard here.
Jackson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin slips nicely into half guard.#T11#
Jackson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jackson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ziyaeddin looking to sit in guard and control but Jackson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (6) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Jackson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ziyaeddin has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jackson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (9) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
You can see the frustration on Ziyaeddin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ziyaeddin manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jackson's best efforts.
Still in half guard, Jackson seems content to control.
Ziyaeddin is looking to control Jackson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ziyaeddin avoid being mounted?
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Ziyaeddin is controlling Jackson's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jackson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin has his hands clasped together around Jackson's back. He's all about the action.
Jackson is taking a breather. Ziyaeddin says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T14#
Ziyaeddin preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Jackson content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin trying to hold on to Jackson's head to control him but Jackson postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 10 to 9.
Amir Ziyaeddin is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 303 - Priest vs Jackson
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 15 losses; Andy Bangsit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Sergei Dronov, Viktor Lagutenko and Fedor Mirinova.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bangsit drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ziyaeddin sprawls and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ziyaeddin.
Bangsit attempts a counter takedown but Ziyaeddin avoids it well and moves away.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bangsit tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ziyaeddin is in Bangsit's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bangsit (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Bangsit keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bangsit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bangsit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here. #T1#
Bangsit is trying to control but can't.
Ziyaeddin trying to mount his opponent but Bangsit defends it.
Ziyaeddin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Bangsit is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is just content to waste time from the top position. Bangsit takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
My spies in BDS inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bangsit has his foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziyaeddin works his way back into a safe position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Bangsit's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2##SUB#
Bangsit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bangsit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bangsit wants to sweep but no luck.
Bangsit working a defensive guard here.
Bangsit keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bangsit haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ziyaeddin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T3##SUB#
Bangsit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziyaeddin defends well.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bangsit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bangsit working a defensive guard but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bangsit (0) vs (5) Ziyaeddin#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bangsit has escaped the position, nice work there.
Bangsit is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get an arm triangle but Bangsit is defending well. #T4#
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bangsit keeps working.
Bangsit is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bangsit is working hard here to advance position.
Bangsit struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bangsit is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T5#
Bangsit is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin controls the position.
Bangsit struggling a bit here.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Bangsit is working away. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bangsit has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ziyaeddin but great work by Bangsit. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bangsit (4) vs (5) Ziyaeddin#T6##SUB#
Bangsit is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ziyaeddin has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ziyaeddin is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Bangsit postures up.
#SUB#
Bangsit is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bangsit.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Bangsit's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T7#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin being controlled here, momentarily.
Bangsit trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bangsit manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bangsit (4) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Bangsit controlling the position.
Bangsit has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bangsit is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T8##SUB#
Bangsit working for a triangle but Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Bangsit is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Bangsit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T9#
Bangsit pulls Ziyaeddin in to control the position.
Bangsit keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Bangsit looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Bangsit is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ziyaeddin trying to move into half guard but instead Bangsit has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bangsit (6) vs (7) Ziyaeddin
Bangsit pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Bangsit wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Bangsit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Bangsit wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
Bangsit trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T11#
Bangsit looking to sit in guard and control but Ziyaeddin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bangsit (6) vs (9) Ziyaeddin#SUB#
Bangsit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziyaeddin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bangsit keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass. #SUB#
Bangsit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Bangsit keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T12#
Bangsit is trying to keep Ziyaeddin in close.
Bangsit keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Bangsit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Bangsit is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13##SUB#
Ziyaeddin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bangsit bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ziyaeddin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bangsit (8) vs (9) Ziyaeddin
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ziyaeddin holds on and takes a little breather.
Bangsit wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Bangsit postures up.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bangsit controls the pace.
Ziyaeddin pulls Bangsit in close to prevent any damage. #T14##SUB#
Bangsit drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bangsit jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bangsit seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
Bangsit controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 9 to 8.
Amir Ziyaeddin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 302 - Simone vs Ottke
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 13 losses; Don Lemieux!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Tiny Johnson and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck for Ziyaeddin with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Lemieux has managed to clinch.
Ziyaeddin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lemieux looking for a takedown.
Ziyaeddin tries for a takedown but Lemieux manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Lemieux pulls Ziyaeddin into guard.
Lemieux keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Lemieux is keeping the position.
Lemieux wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Lemieux is working from the bottom.
Lemieux looking for a sweep. Not yet Lemieux, not yet.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Lemieux keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lemieux can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Lemieux.#T2##SUB2#
Lemieux escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ziyaeddin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Lemieux is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lemieux had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (3) vs (0) Lemieux#SUB#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lemieux, who protects the arm well.
Lemieux is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Lemieux is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lemieux is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lemieux tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Lemieux is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lemieux! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (0) Lemieux
Lemieux is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Lemieux has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (9) vs (0) Lemieux#SUB#
Ziyaeddin has got one arm under Lemieux's chin. This could be trouble... Lemieux trying to control the other hand but Ziyaeddin gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Lemieux has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 301 - Halli vs Pavlov
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 30 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Jorge Garcia and Eddie Farnsworth.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ziyaeddin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Dravezesdi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dravezesdi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dravezesdi is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dravezesdi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dravezesdi. #T1#
Ziyaeddin tries to roll over but Dravezesdi keeps him under control.
Dravezesdi wants to free his trapped foot but Ziyaeddin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ziyaeddin's coaches at BDS have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Ziyaeddin trying to hold on to Dravezesdi's head to control him but Dravezesdi postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dravezesdi is working away from the top position though.
Dravezesdi wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it. #T2#
Ziyaeddin trying to control from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dravezesdi advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (5) Dravezesdi
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Dravezesdi postures up.
Ziyaeddin is looking to reverse the position.
Ziyaeddin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dravezesdi has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dravezesdi pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Ziyaeddin is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dravezesdi!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
Our winner, Vulcahn Dravezesdi, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA Prelims
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 15 losses; Claudio Ty! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ziyaeddin tries for a takedown but Ty sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ty but Ty pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ty appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Amir Ziyaeddin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ziyaeddin darts in looking for a takedown but Ty gets double underhooks and turns Ziyaeddin into the cage.
Ty tries to counter with a takedown but Ziyaeddin is quick to defend against it.
Claudio Ty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin scores with a takedown into Ty's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ty (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ty keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ty tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ty is keeping the position for now.
Ty can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Ty is pulling down on Ziyaeddin's head. It's preventing any offense from Ziyaeddin, at least for the moment.#T1#
Ty keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ty is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ty keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ty looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Ty being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Ty looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Ty keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Ty to sweep him here. #T5#
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Ty is retaining full guard.
Ty managing to control the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here.
Ty looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T6#
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ty (0) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Ty is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ty seems a little lost for a moment, as Ziyaeddin dominates the positioning.#T7#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Ty is working away.
Ty keeps Ziyaeddin under control for a moment.
Ty is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ty keeps working.
My spies in BDS inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T8#
Ziyaeddin in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ty is looking for a sweep.
Ty gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ty won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin is thwarting Ty's attempts to control the position.
Ty is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ziyaeddin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T9#
Ty is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ty wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ty is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Ty is defending well.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Ty is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin is looking to stall here but Ty recovers full guard.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ty swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ty is controlling Ziyaeddin's posture.#T11#
Ziyaeddin pushing down on Ty's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ty is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Ty makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ty.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Ty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T13#
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ty is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Ty is working from the bottom.
Ty looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ty is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Ty keeps moving. #T14#
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Ty keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin passes Ty's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin is keen to just control but Ty is a slippery customer.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Ty defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 5 to 0.
A very excited looking Amir Ziyaeddin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 299 - Jackson vs Camara
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 29 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dravezesdi bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dravezesdi (4) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dravezesdi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dravezesdi has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Ziyaeddin! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dravezesdi (6) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Dravezesdi isn't that keen on the idea.
Ziyaeddin regains half guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dravezesdi sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ziyaeddin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dravezesdi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ziyaeddin trying to get back to full guard but Dravezesdi takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (9) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Dravezesdi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dravezesdi trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Dravezesdi moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Dravezesdi (12) vs (0) Ziyaeddin#T2#
Ziyaeddin staying busy and making it hard for Dravezesdi to control.
Ziyaeddin is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Dravezesdi gets his way!
Dravezesdi gets his hands free as Ziyaeddin looks to control.
Dravezesdi just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ziyaeddin is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Ziyaeddin wants to escape the position.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin is still trying to improve position.
Dravezesdi is not going to allow Ziyaeddin to sit and survive in this position.
Ziyaeddin rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dravezesdi being controlled here momentarily.
Dravezesdi controlling from the top position.
Dravezesdi wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T4#
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dravezesdi (12) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Dravezesdi wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
Dravezesdi is working hard here to advance position.
Still in half guard, Ziyaeddin seems content to control.#T5#
Dravezesdi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Dravezesdi.
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Dravezesdi is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dravezesdi wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Dravezesdi looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ziyaeddin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dravezesdi wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin content to control rather than advance.
Dravezesdi manages to get to full guard.
#T6#
Ziyaeddin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (12) vs (5) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dravezesdi keeps working. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Ziyaeddin has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dravezesdi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ziyaeddin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dravezesdi, who protects the arm well. #T7#
Dravezesdi is trying to escape the position but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position.
Dravezesdi tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Dravezesdi is working from the bottom.
Dravezesdi is trying to escape the position but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position.
Dravezesdi tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Ziyaeddin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dravezesdi will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dravezesdi, who protects the arm well.
Dravezesdi sneaks back into half guard.#T8#
Dravezesdi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Dravezesdi is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Dravezesdi to sweep him here.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Dravezesdi is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.
Dravezesdi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T9#
Ziyaeddin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dravezesdi wants to sweep but no luck.
Dravezesdi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dravezesdi keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Dravezesdi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there. #T10#
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Dravezesdi keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dravezesdi trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
#T11#
Dravezesdi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dravezesdi controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Dravezesdi is working from the bottom.
Dravezesdi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin stands and throws Dravezesdi's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (12) vs (8) Ziyaeddin
Dravezesdi is trying to improve his position.
Dravezesdi is being controlled here. #T12##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dravezesdi tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dravezesdi has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dravezesdi tries to improve position but can't.
Dravezesdi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ziyaeddin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (12) vs (11) Ziyaeddin#T13#
Dravezesdi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dravezesdi sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dravezesdi regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Dravezesdi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dravezesdi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Dravezesdi looking for a sweep. Not yet Dravezesdi, not yet.
Ziyaeddin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dravezesdi (12) vs (14) Ziyaeddin#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dravezesdi has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dravezesdi is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ziyaeddin off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dravezesdi (16) vs (14) Ziyaeddin
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Dravezesdi's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dravezesdi controlling well, preventing Ziyaeddin from escaping the position.
Ziyaeddin tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dravezesdi takes the fight on points by 16 to 14.
Vulcahn Dravezesdi thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 298 - Jackson vs Jones
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 33 losses; Vito Mazzini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Robert Douchet and Steve Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Mazzini gets a double leg takedown into Ziyaeddin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mazzini (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazzini tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Mazzini trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Mazzini tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin pulls Mazzini in to control the position.
Mazzini stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.#SUB2#
Mazzini got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mazzini has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin is adopting a defensive guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to keep Mazzini in close.
#T1#
Mazzini wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ziyaeddin looking to control but Mazzini passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mazzini being controlled here momentarily.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet. #T2#
Mazzini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep here but Mazzini controlling him for the moment.
Mazzini wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Mazzini pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mazzini is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Mazzini wants to take Ziyaeddin's back here but Ziyaeddin is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB#
Mazzini looking to secure an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin defends it well.
Ziyaeddin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ziyaeddin wants to hold on but Mazzini pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position but Mazzini isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Mazzini tries to control but Ziyaeddin wriggling away.
Ziyaeddin working to try and regain half guard.
Mazzini looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (5) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mazzini is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Mazzini is working from the bottom. #T5#
Mazzini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Mazzini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazzini is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Mazzini to sweep him here. #T6#
Ziyaeddin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Let's hope that Ziyaeddin has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Mazzini is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (7) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#SUB#
Mazzini is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Ziyaeddin still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Ziyaeddin has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mazzini (7) vs (6) Ziyaeddin
Mazzini is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T7##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mazzini is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ziyaeddin working away.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Mazzini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mazzini can't do much from the bottom here. #T8#
Mazzini tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ziyaeddin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Mazzini is looking for a sweep.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Mazzini is working from the bottom.
Mazzini sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Mazzini defends it.
Mazzini moves into full guard.
Ziyaeddin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T9#
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Mazzini keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazzini is retaining full guard.
Mazzini trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Mazzini is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Mazzini working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ziyaeddin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.#T10##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mazzini is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Mazzini is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Mazzini! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (7) vs (9) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but Mazzini is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T11#
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but Mazzini is squirming around nicely.
Mazzini is working to get back to half guard.
Mazzini bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (9) vs (9) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin trying to keep a closed guard but Mazzini is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Mazzini tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mazzini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Mazzini from controlling successfully. #T13#
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin controls Mazzini momentarily but Mazzini frees himself.
Mazzini tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Mazzini trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ziyaeddin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mazzini (9) vs (11) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin passes Mazzini's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mazzini wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T14#
Mazzini won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Mazzini is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mazzini is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (9) vs (14) Ziyaeddin
Mazzini is trying to escape the mount.
Ziyaeddin wants to take Mazzini's back here but Mazzini is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin controlling his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin wins on points by 14 to 9.
A very excited looking Amir Ziyaeddin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 297 - Camara vs Hirsch
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Bo Nickal! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Nickal gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nickal (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Nickal trying to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin defending well.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Nickal, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Nickal's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nickal is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ziyaeddin looking to control.
#T1#
Nickal sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ziyaeddin controls Nickal momentarily but Nickal frees himself.
Nickal's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Nickal haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Nickal trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T2#
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position.
Nickal has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Nickal sitting in guard here, content to control.
Nickal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nickal is fighting to break Ziyaeddin's control of his arms but Ziyaeddin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet. #T3#
Nickal postures up.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nickal pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nickal perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Nickal is very close to passing his half guard.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
Nickal passes into side control, despite Ziyaeddin's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (5) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Nickal is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nickal slows the pace down in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but can't.
Ziyaeddin is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Nickal is staying active.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Nickal is trying to control. Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nickal wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Nickal postures up.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Nickal postures up.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
#T6##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin has his feet on Nickal's thighs here. He's pushed Nickal off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Nickal screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 296 - Brown vs Cubbedge 3
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Eduardo Vieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Vieira closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vieira (2) vs (0) Ziyaeddin
Vieira is trying to control. Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Vieira is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Ziyaeddin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Vieira pushes down on Ziyaeddin's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Vieira is looking to pass to full mount but he's left his head exposed in the process. Ziyaeddin has locked up a guillotine and regained full guard. He's really cranking on it - this could be the end! Is it? Is it? No... YES! YES! He's tapped! I didn't think he was going to get it there for a minute but he did! Well done Ziyaeddin! He waited for his chance and took it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Amir Ziyaeddin!
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 295 - Archer vs Cosades
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 23 losses; Ryan Hell!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hell feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Hell
Hell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin is trying to keep Hell in close.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hell defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hell's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hell manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Hell#T1#
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hell trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hell looking for a sweep. Not yet Hell, not yet.
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here. #T2##SUB2#
Hell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ziyaeddin defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Hell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hell managing to control the position.
Let's hope that Hell has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Hell is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Ziyaeddin advances to half guard.
Ziyaeddin stalling.
Ziyaeddin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (2) Hell
Ziyaeddin looking to control but Hell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ziyaeddin is really struggling to control Hell but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Hell working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Hell is having none of it.
Hell tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Hell is trying desperately to improve position.
Hell tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away. #T5#
Ziyaeddin tries to control but Hell wriggling away.
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Hell to control.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Hell tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the full mount.
Hell is trying to escape the mount.
#T6#
Hell regains half guard.#SUB2#
Hell looking for submissions off his back.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin is thwarting Hell's attempts to control the position.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hell trying to hold on to Ziyaeddin's head to control him but Ziyaeddin postures up.
#T7#
Hell wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (2) Hell
Ziyaeddin wants to take his opponent's back but Hell doesn't allow it.
Ziyaeddin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T8#
Hell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ziyaeddin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hell can't escape the position.
Ziyaeddin moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (2) Hell
Hell is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Will Ziyaeddin go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB#
Hell defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ziyaeddin's arms. #T9#
Hell manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Hell.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (11) vs (4) Hell
Hell wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hell is one step ahead there.
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (4) Hell
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Hell is working from the bottom. #T10#
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.
Hell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hell is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ziyaeddin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ziyaeddin's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (8) Hell
Ziyaeddin looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Hell just sinks the hooks in. #T11#
Will Hell go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ziyaeddin breaks Hell's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (15) vs (8) Hell
Ziyaeddin pushes down on Hell's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hell is concentrating on defense, preventing Ziyaeddin from advancing position.
Hell trying to hold on to Ziyaeddin's head to control him but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Hell tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Hell defending well.
Ziyaeddin prevents Hell from improving his position.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hell wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy.
#T13#
Ziyaeddin is trying to control. Hell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hell wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hell knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hell is controlling Ziyaeddin's trapped leg to prevent Ziyaeddin from advancing to side control.
Ziyaeddin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ziyaeddin uses his free foot to push down on Hell's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hell. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (18) vs (8) Hell
Ziyaeddin takes Hell's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Hell is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Ziyaeddin (21) vs (8) Hell
Hell tries to roll but Ziyaeddin sticks to his back.
#T14##SUB#
Hell preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin controlling well, preventing Hell from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
I really don't envy Hell right now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hell tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 21 to 8.
A victorious Amir Ziyaeddin thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 294 - Wangler vs Galanos
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Eric Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Barnes rushes Ziyaeddin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Barnes tightens his grip and picks Ziyaeddin up, before dumping him to the ground. Ziyaeddin manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Barnes
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ziyaeddin holds on and takes a little breather.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Barnes slips nicely into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Barnes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ziyaeddin pulls Barnes in close to prevent any damage.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barnes manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Barnes
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Barnes is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ziyaeddin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Barnes to sweep him here.
Ziyaeddin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Barnes is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up. #T2#
Barnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barnes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Barnes looking for a sweep. Not yet Barnes, not yet.
Barnes is trying to hold Ziyaeddin in close to prevent damage but Ziyaeddin has managed to pass into half guard.
Ziyaeddin prevents Barnes from improving his position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.
Barnes gets full guard.#T3#
Barnes trying to keep a closed guard but Ziyaeddin is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Barnes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ziyaeddin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barnes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ziyaeddin controls the pace.
Barnes looking to control.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Barnes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ziyaeddin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Barnes is trying to keep Ziyaeddin in close.
Ziyaeddin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Barnes's guard.
Barnes is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnes keeps working. #T5#
Well, if Ziyaeddin is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Barnes trying to control from the bottom.
Barnes won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg.
Ziyaeddin is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T6#
Barnes gets full guard.
Ziyaeddin passes Barnes's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Well, if Ziyaeddin is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ziyaeddin prevents Barnes from improving his position.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Barnes says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Barnes wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Ziyaeddin is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Barnes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (4) Barnes
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Barnes wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Barnes wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Barnes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control Barnes's posture.#T8#
Barnes trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Barnes stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Barnes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Barnes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ziyaeddin holds on and takes a little breather. #T9#
Barnes stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Barnes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
Barnes passes into half guard.
Barnes wants to pass to mount but Ziyaeddin is defending the position.
Ziyaeddin is controlling Barnes's trapped leg to prevent Barnes from advancing to side control.#T10#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Barnes is keeping busy.
Barnes is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Barnes controlling the action here.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the position and prevent Barnes from advancing to side control.
Barnes prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.#SUB2#
Barnes looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Barnes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T11#
Barnes looking to pass the guard.
Barnes preventing the sweep.
Barnes trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin is controlling Barnes's posture.
Ziyaeddin keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin pulls Barnes in close to his closed guard and prevents Barnes from doing any damage or advancing position.
Barnes tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
My spies in Mentor Gym inform me that Barnes has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T12#
Barnes trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnes tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Barnes avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully.
Barnes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Barnes pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Barnes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Barnes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and defends easily.#T13#
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barnes is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Barnes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and defends easily.
Barnes trying to mount his opponent but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Ziyaeddin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Barnes's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Barnes's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (4) Barnes
Ziyaeddin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Barnes's body.
Ziyaeddin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Barnes for as long as he can get away with.
Barnes can't escape the position.
#T14#
Ziyaeddin is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Barnes manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Nice work there by Barnes.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (6) vs (6) Barnes
Ziyaeddin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (8) vs (6) Barnes
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin won't allow Barnes to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 8 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Amir Ziyaeddin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 293 - Camara vs Lo
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 18 losses; Jurgen Tetsuo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Dillan Fox and Robert Douchet.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown but Tetsuo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tetsuo is looking to counter the offense by Ziyaeddin and move into the clinch.
Ziyaeddin goes for a double leg but Tetsuo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tetsuo continues to drive forward.
Tetsuo is looking to counter the offense by Ziyaeddin and move into the clinch.
Ziyaeddin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tetsuo tries to avoid it but Ziyaeddin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tetsuo to the ground. Tetsuo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jurgen Tetsuo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tetsuo seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tetsuo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Tetsuo tries to counter by clinching up but Ziyaeddin breaks away and moves out of range.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tetsuo's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tetsuo (0) vs (2) Ziyaeddin
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tetsuo has control of Ziyaeddin's left arm, preventing Ziyaeddin from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tetsuo is pulling down on Ziyaeddin's head to control his posture. #T1#
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Tetsuo.
Ziyaeddin stays in close to Tetsuo's body and controls the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Tetsuo is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tetsuo has Ziyaeddin pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin drops back looking for a leg! Tetsuo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tetsuo manages to kick Ziyaeddin off! Ziyaeddin jumps back into Tetsuo's guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to sit in guard and control but Tetsuo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tetsuo (2) vs (2) Ziyaeddin#T2#
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard but Tetsuo passes into half guard.
Tetsuo wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Tetsuo has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tetsuo (2) vs (4) Ziyaeddin#T3#
Ziyaeddin controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Tetsuo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Tetsuo keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tetsuo controls Ziyaeddin momentarily but Ziyaeddin frees himself.
Tetsuo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Tetsuo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tetsuo looking for a sweep. Not yet Tetsuo, not yet. #T5#
Tetsuo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tetsuo (4) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Tetsuo stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Tetsuo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tetsuo manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tetsuo (4) vs (6) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position.
Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T6#
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tetsuo defends it well. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Tetsuo is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Jurgen Tetsuo stepped up to the mic, saying 'I Want a Rematch As soon as tomorrow'. |
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Event:
CWC 292 - Amsterdam
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Daniel Blasius and Saam Ante.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gracie (0) vs (4) Ziyaeddin
Gracie manages to get back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin is looking to stall here but Gracie recovers full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T1#
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ziyaeddin defends well.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Gracie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ziyaeddin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T2#
Ziyaeddin passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is controlling the pace.
Gracie is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ziyaeddin controlling the action here.
Ziyaeddin is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard.
Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin stalling away here and it's allowed Gracie to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin slips nicely into half guard.
Ziyaeddin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (7) Ziyaeddin#T4#
Gracie is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gracie slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ziyaeddin works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
Gracie tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ziyaeddin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Gracie tries to reverse the position but Ziyaeddin maintains control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ziyaeddin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the action.
Ziyaeddin prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.#T6#
Ziyaeddin wants to control the pace but Gracie is squirming around nicely.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position easily from mount.
Gracie is trying to escape the mount.
Ziyaeddin wants to take Gracie's back but he can't do it this time.
My spies in BDS inform me that Ziyaeddin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gracie tries to hold on but Ziyaeddin postures up.#T7#
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Ziyaeddin wants to advance to full mount but Gracie doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Gracie trying to control the position.
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
Gracie is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin is looking to pass into half guard but Gracie pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Gracie is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (10) Ziyaeddin
Gracie trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ziyaeddin is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (12) Ziyaeddin
Gracie being controlled here, momentarily.
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep. #T9#
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin postures up.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T10##SUB#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ziyaeddin seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin slips nicely into half guard.
Ziyaeddin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well. #T12#
Ziyaeddin moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (2) vs (15) Ziyaeddin
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie keeps Ziyaeddin under control for a moment.
Gracie manages to get back to half guard.#T13#
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace.
Gracie regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Gracie has his foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ziyaeddin works his way back into a safe position though.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #T14#
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gracie has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Ziyaeddin is looking to defend but Gracie has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Ziyaeddin! Gracie pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Ziyaeddin taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ruben Gracie!
Our winner, Ruben Gracie, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Las Vegas
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Arthur Kincaid!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, George Francis and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kincaid changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ziyaeddin tries to avoid it but Kincaid manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ziyaeddin to the ground. Ziyaeddin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Ziyaeddin drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ziyaeddin (4) vs (0) Kincaid
Kincaid is looking to reverse the position.
Kincaid stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ziyaeddin is staying tight to Kincaid's torso, preventing him from escaping.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kincaid tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ziyaeddin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kincaid is keeping him busy.
Ziyaeddin moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Kincaid tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kincaid struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kincaid is being controlled here.
Kincaid tries to buck Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kincaid, who protects the arm well.
A lull in the action here.#T2#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Kincaid is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Ziyaeddin has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kincaid is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ziyaeddin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kincaid wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace.
Ziyaeddin is keen to just control but Kincaid is a slippery customer.
Kincaid trying to control from the bottom.
Kincaid might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ziyaeddin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kincaid is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
Ziyaeddin passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (0) Kincaid#T4#
Kincaid can't escape the position.
Ziyaeddin content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for a guillotine from mount but Kincaid frees his head quite easily.
Kincaid bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (2) Kincaid
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Ziyaeddin is really struggling to control Kincaid but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kincaid looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kincaid looking to pass the guard.
Kincaid stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin pulls Kincaid in close to prevent any damage.
Kincaid looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin pulls Kincaid in to control the position.
Kincaid passes into half guard. #T6#
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin pulls Kincaid in to control the position.
Kincaid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Kincaid won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control Kincaid's posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kincaid is looking to pass into half guard but Ziyaeddin pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ziyaeddin is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (9) vs (2) Kincaid
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kincaid is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kincaid is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (9) vs (4) Kincaid
Kincaid is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (9) vs (7) Kincaid#T7#
Kincaid looking to control but Ziyaeddin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kincaid is trying to take his opponent's back.
Kincaid wants to control the pace but Ziyaeddin is squirming around nicely.
Kincaid controlling the pace for now.
Ziyaeddin tries to lock up and control but Kincaid gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kincaid trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it. #T8#
Kincaid controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kincaid is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kincaid is having none of it.
Kincaid is stalling here but it's allowed Ziyaeddin to get half guard.
Kincaid controlling the action here.#T9##SUB2#
Kincaid is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and defends easily.
Kincaid is trying to control the action in half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kincaid takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ziyaeddin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Kincaid is working for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is defending it quite comfortably.
Kincaid wants to take a breather but Ziyaeddin is having none of it. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kincaid pulls his head out easily.
Ziyaeddin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kincaid's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kincaid's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (7) Kincaid#T10#
You can see the frustration on Kincaid's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kincaid trying to control the position but Ziyaeddin manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for the choke from the back position but Kincaid is controlling his hands well.
Ziyaeddin is trying to stick to Kincaid's back but Kincaid is turning into Ziyaeddin. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ziyaeddin's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kincaid. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (9) Kincaid#SUB2#
Kincaid drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kincaid jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ziyaeddin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kincaid trying to control the position from guard on top but Ziyaeddin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Kincaid stands and throws Ziyaeddin's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (12) Kincaid#SUB2#
Kincaid looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T11#
Ziyaeddin sneaks back into half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kincaid is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Kincaid seems to be looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin is in trouble now - Kincaid has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (15) Kincaid
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Ziyaeddin gets back to half guard.
Kincaid looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T12#
Kincaid seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ziyaeddin is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Kincaid with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kincaid looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but Kincaid manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (13) vs (18) Kincaid
Kincaid trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T13#
Ziyaeddin regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin moves into full guard.
Kincaid trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Kincaid tries to free his leg and advance position but Ziyaeddin is retaining full guard.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Kincaid from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin trying to keep a closed guard but Kincaid is proving a slippery customer.
Kincaid wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #T14#
Kincaid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kincaid manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (15) vs (18) Kincaid
Kincaid has control of Ziyaeddin's left arm, preventing Ziyaeddin from doing any damage.
Ziyaeddin pushing down on Kincaid's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ziyaeddin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Kincaid defending well. #SUB2#
Kincaid actively working from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kincaid wins on points by 18 to 15.
Our winner, Arthur Kincaid, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 290 - Montreal
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Tres Sulvar!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sulvar tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ziyaeddin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sulvar dives in and grabs Ziyaeddin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ziyaeddin pushes down on Sulvar's head and hops out.#TD2#
Sulvar closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sulvar lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Sulvar
Ziyaeddin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ziyaeddin controlling Sulvar's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sulvar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Sulvar controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Ziyaeddin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Let's hope that Sulvar has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sulvar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sulvar stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Sulvar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sulvar controls the pace.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
Sulvar trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #T2#
Ziyaeddin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Sulvar
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Sulvar is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep.
Sulvar has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Count Dante's Deadliest Academy. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Sulvar looking to control.
Ziyaeddin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sulvar won't allow Ziyaeddin to pass to mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ziyaeddin prevents Sulvar from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sulvar manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ziyaeddin wants to pass the guard but Sulvar is keeping the position.
Sulvar is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (4) Sulvar#T3#
Ziyaeddin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sulvar sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sulvar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ziyaeddin is keeping the position for now.
Sulvar showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Sulvar.
Ziyaeddin wants to control the position but Sulvar says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T4#
Sulvar is thwarting Ziyaeddin's attempts to control the position.
Ziyaeddin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Sulvar wants to free his trapped foot but Ziyaeddin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sulvar keeps trying to improve his position.
Sulvar is controlling the pace.
#T5#
Sulvar trying to mount his opponent but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Ziyaeddin is pressing down on Sulvar's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sulvar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ziyaeddin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
Sulvar stopping the sweep attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Sulvar looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Ziyaeddin controls Sulvar momentarily but Sulvar frees himself.
Sulvar is pushing down on Ziyaeddin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ziyaeddin is fighting to maintain full guard but Sulvar has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Sulvar postures up.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Sulvar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sulvar prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
Sulvar is controlling the pace.
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T7#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
Sulvar keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
It looks like Sulvar might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
Sulvar trying to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin defending well.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sulvar is working away from the top position though.#T8#
Ziyaeddin is looking to improve his position.
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sulvar is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Sulvar controlling the action here.
Ziyaeddin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sulvar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ziyaeddin looking for a sweep. Not yet Ziyaeddin, not yet. #T9#
Sulvar not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sulvar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sulvar pushing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ziyaeddin is controlling Sulvar's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
Sulvar is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ziyaeddin is holding on for now. #T10#
Sulvar content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
Sulvar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Sulvar is keeping busy.
#T11#
Sulvar slows the pace down in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is staying active underneath Sulvar, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sulvar wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Sulvar controlling the action here.
Sulvar is trying to control the action in half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T12#
Ziyaeddin wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Sulvar seems content to control.
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin controlling the position well.
Sulvar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ziyaeddin keeps working.
Sulvar is controlling the pace.
Sulvar tries to pass to full mount but Ziyaeddin defends it. #T13#
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.
Sulvar content to control rather than advance.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Sulvar is controlling well.
Ziyaeddin trying to control here.
Sulvar prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.#T14#
Sulvar sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sulvar tries to pass to full mount but Ziyaeddin defends it.
Sulvar with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Sulvar is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ziyaeddin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to improve his position but Sulvar is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Sulvar wins on points by 4 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Tres Sulvar thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 288 - Montreal
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Amir Ziyaeddin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Luc Gagnon!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Ziyaeddin enables Gagnon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Ziyaeddin manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (0) vs (2) Gagnon
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin trying to keep a closed guard but Gagnon is proving a slippery customer.
Gagnon wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for a guillotine here but Gagnon defends easily.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep but no luck.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gagnon forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ziyaeddin is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Gagnon trying to control from half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Gagnon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Gagnon is trying to work for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is defending well.
Ziyaeddin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gagnon is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Gagnon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ziyaeddin defends it well.
Ziyaeddin tries to roll over but Gagnon keeps him under control.#T2#
Ziyaeddin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ziyaeddin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gagnon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gagnon trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Gagnon from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position here. #T3##SUB2#
Gagnon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gagnon looking to sit in guard and control but Ziyaeddin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (2) vs (2) Gagnon
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gagnon is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gagnon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gagnon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ziyaeddin stays in close to Gagnon's body and controls the position. #T4#
Gagnon pulls Ziyaeddin in close to his closed guard and prevents Ziyaeddin from doing any damage or advancing position.
Ziyaeddin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gagnon can't keep his opponent in guard - Ziyaeddin advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for a kimura but Gagnon is defending it quite comfortably.
#T5#
Gagnon is refusing to be controlled, as Ziyaeddin sits in half guard.
Ziyaeddin passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (2) Gagnon
Gagnon trying to remain calm as Ziyaeddin controls from the top position.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Gagnon is keeping him busy.
Gagnon is looking to reverse the position.#T6##SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ziyaeddin in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Gagnon rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ziyaeddin's guard! Nice work there by Gagnon! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (5) vs (4) Gagnon#T7#
Ziyaeddin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gagnon won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
Gagnon showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gagnon wants to pass the guard but Ziyaeddin is keeping the position.
Ziyaeddin controls Gagnon momentarily but Gagnon frees himself.
Ziyaeddin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gagnon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ziyaeddin (7) vs (4) Gagnon#T8#
Gagnon pulls Ziyaeddin in close to prevent any damage.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ziyaeddin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Gagnon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gagnon is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Gagnon keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Gagnon keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Gagnon working a defensive guard here.
Gagnon keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully. #T10#
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gagnon is keeping the position for now.
Ziyaeddin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T11#
Ziyaeddin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gagnon trying to control the position here.
Ziyaeddin content to stall in guard here.
Gagnon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T12#
Ziyaeddin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (4) Gagnon
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Gagnon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin takes a little break here. Gagnon wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gagnon has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ziyaeddin but great work by Gagnon. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ziyaeddin (10) vs (8) Gagnon#T13#
Ziyaeddin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Gagnon is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gagnon seems to be looking for submissions.
Ziyaeddin gets back to full guard.
Gagnon trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Gagnon postures up.
Ziyaeddin pulls Gagnon in close to prevent any damage. #T14#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Gagnon is now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for a guillotine here but Gagnon defends easily.
Ziyaeddin keeping moving, preventing Gagnon from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gagnon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ziyaeddin takes the fight on points by 10 to 8.
Amir Ziyaeddin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SFL 122 | Barbarian vs Slam
Date: Dec 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Amir Ziyaeddin has been cut.
Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ziyaeddins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A jab from Jones misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ziyaeddin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jones throws a looping overhand right but Ziyaeddin ducks down to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin digs a good body shot into Jones's ribs.
Ziyaeddin connects with a looping right hand.
Ziyaeddin ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away.
Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ziyaeddin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones.
Ziyaeddin was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ziyaeddin's corner calls for a 1-2. Ziyaeddin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ziyaeddin slips a straight right by Jones.
A jab from Jones misses.
Jones misses with a straight left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ziyaeddin ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Ziyaeddin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab.
Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ziyaeddin lands in his opponent's guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones is retaining full guard. #T1#
Jones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ziyaeddin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
Ziyaeddin slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ziyaeddin manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones wants to stand but Ziyaeddin has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Jones stands up from Ziyaeddin's guard - Jones perhaps looking for a knockout.
Jones might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#TD#
Ziyaeddin scores with a takedown into Jones's guard.
Ziyaeddin looking to sit in guard and control but Jones gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Jones must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ziyaeddin working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#T3#
Jones wanted to stand there but Ziyaeddin had control of the position.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jones tries to stand but Ziyaeddin is controlling from the bottom.
Jones told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Jones preventing the sweep. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SU2#
Jones stands and steps away. Ziyaeddin gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ziyaeddin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch but Jones moves out of range.
Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ziyaeddin tries to bum rush Jones with a series of wild strikes but Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jones misses with an uppercut.
Ziyaeddin misses with a hook.
Ziyaeddin tests Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jones has knocked Ziyaeddin down with a huge combo! Jones steps away and waves a wobbly Ziyaeddin back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Jones walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Ziyaeddin drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Jones swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Ziyaeddin's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Barry Jones!
During a confident post fight interview, Barry Jones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SFL 115 | Lancaster vs Lund
Date: Nov 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Muhapuro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Muhapuro misses with a hook.
Ziyaeddin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Muhapuro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Muhapuro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Muhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ziyaeddin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Muhapuro.
Muhapuro attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A slow jab from Muhapuro misses its intended target.
Amir Ziyaeddin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Muhapuro throws a hook to the side of Ziyaeddin's head but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Muhapuro misses with a jab to the body
and Ziyaeddin counters with a stiff right hand.
Muhapuro moves out of range of the strikes.
Muhapuro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ziyaeddin under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ziyaeddin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Muhapuro to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Muhapuro. That snapped Ziyaeddin's head back.
Muhapuro getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Muhapuro takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Paul Muhapuro has been cut.#TD#
Ziyaeddin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Muhapuro kicks Ziyaeddin off and gets to his feet.
Muhapuro walks into a left hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ziyaeddin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Muhapuro misses with a hook.#T1#
Muhapuro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ziyaeddin. Ziyaeddin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Muhapuro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ziyaeddin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Muhapuro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Muhapuro tried to score with a low kick but Ziyaeddin checks it.
Ziyaeddin attempts a counter takedown but Muhapuro avoids it well and moves away.
Ziyaeddin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Muhapuro's waist but Muhapuro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ziyaeddin off to one side.
Ziyaeddin ducks under a wild hook from Muhapuro.
Ziyaeddin fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Muhapuro looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ziyaeddin is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Muhapuro was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro loads up on a big right hand but Ziyaeddin slips the punch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ziyaeddin or perhaps it was just good defense by Muhapuro, which made it look bad.
Ziyaeddin throws a combination. Muhapuro tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Muhapuro slaps away a takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Muhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ziyaeddin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ziyaeddin lands a jab to Muhapuro's midsection.
A solid leg kick lands there for Muhapuro.
Muhapuro fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ziyaeddin has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Jab, jab by Muhapuro - just one landing.
Muhapuro stuffs the takedown.
A jab from Muhapuro misses.
Nice body punch from Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin is defended easily by Muhapuro.
A nice side step and Muhapuro releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A nice leg kick from Muhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Muhapuro tests Ziyaeddin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Muhapuro throws a hook but Ziyaeddin avoids it easily.
It looks like Ziyaeddin has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Muhapuro fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ziyaeddin on the side of the head.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
Muhapuro throws a front kick that sends Ziyaeddin stumbling back into the cage.
Ziyaeddin is looking to clinch.
Muhapuro misses with a low kick as Ziyaeddin jumps back.
Muhapuro misses with the combination.
Ziyaeddin throws a series of punches but Muhapuro avoids them all with ease. #T3#
Muhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro scores with a nice strike.
Ziyaeddin tries to score with a low kick but Muhapuro moves his leg out of the way.
Muhapuro misses with a low kick as Ziyaeddin jumps back.
Muhapuro swats away the attempt to clinch by Ziyaeddin.
A jab from Muhapuro finds it's way through Ziyaeddin's defenses.
Muhapuro is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ziyaeddin had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
A slow jab from Muhapuro misses its intended target.
Muhapuro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ziyaeddin shoots in looking for a takedown. Muhapuro tries to sprawl out of it but Ziyaeddin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Muhapuro manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ziyaeddin swings for the body but Muhapuro moves out of range.
Muhapuro scoring well with a low kick there.
Muhapuro moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin throws the left hand but Muhapuro avoids the punch easily.
Muhapuro throws a solid leg kick but Ziyaeddin takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Muhapuro.
Muhapuro lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Muhapuro digs a good body shot into Ziyaeddin's ribs.
Muhapuro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Muhapuro is looking to slow Ziyaeddin down with leg kicks.
Paul Muhapuro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Ziyaeddin fails with a takedown attempt.
Muhapuro moves away from the strike by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin moves out of range as Muhapuro throws a body kick.
Muhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ziyaeddin.
A nice leg kick from Muhapuro, right into the meat of the thigh.
A punch combination from Ziyaeddin misses.
Muhapuro thumps Ziyaeddin with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin throws a body shot but no joy.
Muhapuro lands a glancing blow to the side of Ziyaeddin's head.
Ziyaeddin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ziyaeddin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Muhapuro doesn't seem bothered though.
Muhapuro slips a straight right by Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the side of Muhapuro's head but Muhapuro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ziyaeddin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Muhapuro finds it's way round the side to connect with Ziyaeddin's head.
Ziyaeddin takes a swing at Muhapuro's ribcage but misses.
Muhapuro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Muhapuro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ziyaeddin was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Muhapuro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paul Muhapuro's cut.
That's time! Ziyaeddin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ziyaeddin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Good shot there by Muhapuro.
Ziyaeddin throws out a loose jab but Muhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muhapuro misses with a body kick.
Ziyaeddin misses with an uppercut. Muhapuro saw that one coming.
Ziyaeddin scores with a hook.
Muhapuro lands with an overhand left.#CL#
Ziyaeddin takes the fight into the clinch.
Muhapuro working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Muhapuro.
Ziyaeddin working aggressively here.
Good body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ziyaeddin lands with a light punch inside.
Ziyaeddin blocking some punches.
Ziyaeddin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Muhapuro tries a body shot but Ziyaeddin blocks it.
Ziyaeddin blocking some punches.
Ziyaeddin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ziyaeddin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ziyaeddin prevents a body shot from Muhapuro.
Muhapuro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1#
A right hand to the body from Muhapuro.
Muhapuro lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ziyaeddin struggles to land a body shot inside as Muhapuro controls his hands.
Ziyaeddin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Muhapuro throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Ziyaeddin manages to break the clinch.
Muhapuro throws a hook to the side of Ziyaeddin's head but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Muhapuro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muhapuro moves away.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Muhapuro sprawls well. Muhapuro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ziyaeddin gets slowly back to his feet.
Ziyaeddin misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Muhapuro! But no joy.
Muhapuro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Muhapuro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Muhapuro missing with a left hand there. Ziyaeddin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ziyaeddin moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ziyaeddin. Muhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ziyaeddin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Muhapuro defends well and Ziyaeddin ends up having to push Muhapuro into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ziyaeddin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ziyaeddin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Muhapuro has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ziyaeddin seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Muhapuro can turn it around.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch on the inside from Ziyaeddin fails to land. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Muhapuro.
Muhapuro misses with a body punch.
Ziyaeddin jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Muhapuro walks away with a smile on his face. Ziyaeddin gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Ziyaeddin checks a leg kick nicely.
Ziyaeddin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Muhapuro sprawls and moves away.
A low kick lands for Muhapuro.
Muhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ziyaeddin. That did some damage!
Ziyaeddin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A punch lands to the side of Muhapuro 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Muhapuro as he jumps to the side.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muhapuro manages to avoid it.
Muhapuro feints and then cracks Ziyaeddin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Muhapuro catches Ziyaeddin with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Muhapuro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Muhapuro is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Muhapuro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Muhapuro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Muhapuro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Muhapuro misses with a looping right.
Ziyaeddin lands a nice shot that snaps Muhapuro's head back.
Ziyaeddin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Muhapuro can pounce on him.
#T3#
Ziyaeddin steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Muhapuro. That one must have hurt.
A jab from Muhapuro does it's job there.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ziyaeddin backing away here, and Muhapuro unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Muhapuro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ziyaeddin in his tracks.
Ziyaeddin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#TD#
Ziyaeddin scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Muhapuro bucks up and tries to throw Ziyaeddin off but instead Ziyaeddin has got his back!
Muhapuro wants to get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Muhapuro is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T4##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Muhapuro is defending well though. Ziyaeddin let's go of the attempt for now.#ES2#
Muhapuro manages to escape to his feet.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Muhapuro scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ziyaeddin shoots in looking for a takedown but Muhapuro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ziyaeddin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ziyaeddin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Muhapuro on the side of the head.
Ziyaeddin throws a right and a left that Muhapuro avoids nicely.
Muhapuro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Muhapuro looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ziyaeddin throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Muhapuro looks for the body kick but Ziyaeddin saw that one coming.
Muhapuro throws a front kick that sends Ziyaeddin stumbling back into the cage.
Ziyaeddin misses with an uppercut. Muhapuro saw that one coming.
Ziyaeddin fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Muhapuro throws out a counter right but Ziyaeddin avoids it with no problem.
Muhapuro throws a body punch but Ziyaeddin moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Paul Muhapuro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Paul Muhapuro's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Muhapuro scores with a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin is looking to clinch but Muhapuro is avoiding it.
Ziyaeddin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Muhapuro with a nice calf kick.
No joy there for Muhapuro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ziyaeddin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Muhapuro appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin misses with a looping left.
Muhapuro lands an overhand right.
Muhapuro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Muhapuro is just out of range.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Muhapuro misses.
Muhapuro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro tries to score with a low kick but Ziyaeddin moves his leg out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muhapuro throws a good cross that connects.
Ziyaeddin fails to land the takedown.
A jab from Muhapuro does it's job there.
Donk. Ziyaeddin catches Muhapuro right on the button with a cross.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Muhapuro shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1#
Ziyaeddin needs to keep his hands up - Muhapuro had a free shot at his head there.
Muhapuro circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ziyaeddin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Muhapuro misses with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin blocks a jab.
Muhapuro lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ziyaeddin's sensitive parts.
Ziyaeddin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Muhapuro!
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muhapuro moves away.
Muhapuro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Muhapuro manages to avoid it.
Paul Muhapuro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Muhapuro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ziyaeddin. That did some damage!
Muhapuro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ziyaeddin.
Nice defenses there by Muhapuro.
Good exchange - Muhapuro coming out on top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ziyaeddin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Muhapuros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
Ziyaeddin rushes Muhapuro and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ziyaeddin goes for a takedown attempt but Muhapuro pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Muhapuro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ziyaeddin.
Muhapuro looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Ziyaeddin swinging wildly here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That kick from Muhapuro tenderised Ziyaeddin's leg. Ziyaeddin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Muhapuro throws a quick inside leg kick.
Muhapuro throws a nice looking combination but Ziyaeddin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Ziyaeddin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Muhapuro throws the left hand but Ziyaeddin avoids the punch easily.
Muhapuro looks to land a right hand but Ziyaeddin moved out of range.
Muhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin walks into a left hand.
Amir Ziyaeddin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ziyaeddin checks the leg kick nicely there.
An inside leg kick from Muhapuro misses.
Muhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin throws out a loose jab but Muhapuro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Muhapuro misses with a leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Muhapuro as he connects with a hook.
A good leg kick by Muhapuro.
Good leg kick by Muhapuro.
Muhapuro throws a shot to the body.
#T3#
A slow jab from Ziyaeddin misses its intended target.
Muhapuro slips a jab from Ziyaeddin.
A little jabbing left from Muhapuro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Muhapuro thuds his right hand into Ziyaeddin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Muhapuro throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ziyaeddin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Muhapuro lands a glancing blow to the side of Ziyaeddin's head.
Ziyaeddin tries for a takedown but Muhapuro sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Muhapuro is just out of range.
Muhapuro jabs at Ziyaeddin's body.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ziyaeddin misses with the combination.
Muhapuro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Muhapuro throws a nice inside leg kick.
Muhapuro thumps Ziyaeddin with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin looks to land a left hand but Muhapuro moved out of range nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Muhapuro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Muhapuro.
Muhapuro looks to land a combination but Ziyaeddin avoids it well. #T4#
Ziyaeddin fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Muhapuro avoids it really well and circles away.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ziyaeddin throws a jab when Muhapuro was well out of range.
Muhapuro throws out a counter right but Ziyaeddin avoids it with no problem.
Muhapuro lands a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ziyaeddin. Muhapuro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ziyaeddin lands a glancing blow to the side of Muhapuro's head.
Muhapuro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ziyaeddin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Muhapuro scores with a hook.
Ziyaeddin just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Muhapuro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ziyaeddin there as he acknowledges the shot.
A jab from Ziyaeddin misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Muhapuro.
A cross from Muhapuro lands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Muhapuro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Muhapuro winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Muhapuro!
Our winner, Paul Muhapuro, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SFL 109 | Quantam Collision
Date: Oct 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin misses with a jab to the body
and Knuckles counters with a low kick, right behind Ziyaeddin 's knee.
Ziyaeddin with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Knuckles to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Amir Ziyaeddin has been cut.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ziyaeddin has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ziyaeddin fails to land with a series of punches.
Knuckles looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ziyaeddin tries for a takedown but Knuckles circles away easily
and Knuckles counters with a nice body kick.
Ziyaeddin just misses with a punch to the body.
Ziyaeddin connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ziyaeddin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ziyaeddin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ziyaeddin's jab looks to have found its range, popping Knuckles under the eye.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knuckles was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles lands with a straight right. Ziyaeddin didn't see that one coming.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ziyaeddin swinging wildly here.
Ziyaeddin shoots and misses
and Knuckles counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Ziyaeddin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Knuckles sprawls well initially but Ziyaeddin persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1#
Knuckles wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knuckles keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Knuckles defends it. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin seems to be looking for submissions.
Knuckles keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin seems to be working for a kimura but Knuckles defends the submission attempt.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ziyaeddin lands a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Knuckles misses the target.
Ziyaeddin lands a slapping body shot.
Knuckles looks for the body kick but Ziyaeddin saw that one coming.
Knuckles takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A lazy left from Ziyaeddin finds it's target.
Knuckles pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3##CL#
Ziyaeddin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Knuckles, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Knuckles scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ziyaeddin blocking some punches.
#TD#
Ziyaeddin pulls Knuckles into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knuckles is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU2#
Knuckles gets to his feet - Ziyaeddin follows without any prompting.
Ziyaeddin is looking to wear down Knuckles with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ziyaeddin throws the left hand but Knuckles avoids the punch easily.
Knuckles swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ziyaeddin throws a lazy uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a straight right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ziyaeddin, as that shot connected.
Ziyaeddin shoots for a takedown but Knuckles saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T4#
Knuckles moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ziyaeddin lands the left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Knuckles is just out of range.
Ziyaeddin lands a right hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin throws a right and a left that Knuckles avoids nicely.
Knuckles only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ziyaeddin throws a predictable looking body shot
and Knuckles counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ziyaeddin lands a body shot.
Ziyaeddin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Knuckles to score with a decent uppercut.
Knuckles throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Knuckles throws a big shot that misses.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knuckles was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Amir Ziyaeddin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ziyaeddin throws an overhand right that lands on Knuckles's shoulder, as Knuckles tries to avoid the shot.
Knuckles thinks about the counter body kick.
Knuckles misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ziyaeddin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Amir Ziyaeddin's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ziyaeddin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin stuns Knuckles with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ziyaeddin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Knuckles counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No joy there for Knuckles, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#TD#
Ziyaeddin looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Knuckles!#SUB#
Ziyaeddin goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Knuckles rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ziyaeddin's guard! Nice work there by Knuckles! #SUB#
Ziyaeddin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Knuckles can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Knuckles escapes and throws Ziyaeddin's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Knuckles is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ziyaeddin's shoulder. That is not cool.
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Bobby Knuckles has got the better of the ground game so far.
Knuckles slows the pace down.
Ziyaeddin tries to buck Knuckles off but Knuckles is having none of it.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
A control attempt from Ziyaeddin but he's now mounted!
Ziyaeddin tries to reverse the position but Knuckles maintains control.
Knuckles takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ziyaeddin tries to hold on but Knuckles pushes him away.
Knuckles prevents Ziyaeddin from getting the reversal.#T3#
Knuckles controlling the position easily from mount.
Ziyaeddin can't escape the position.
Knuckles avoids the attempt from Ziyaeddin to control.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Knuckles trying to control but Ziyaeddin is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Knuckles is having none of it.
Knuckles controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Knuckles showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Amir Ziyaeddin's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ziyaeddin checks a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin shoots and misses
and Knuckles counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ziyaeddin throws an off balance right hand
and Knuckles counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Knuckles lands a nice shot that snaps Ziyaeddin's head back.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knuckles was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Knuckles! But no joy.
Ziyaeddin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin looks for a takedown but Knuckles sprawls well.
Ziyaeddin connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
Ziyaeddin misses with an uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a straight right hand.
Ziyaeddin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Knuckles stuffs the takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin. Ziyaeddin gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Ziyaeddin throws out a loose jab but Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knuckles throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Knuckles takes a swing at Ziyaeddin's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Knuckles slaps away a takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Knuckles as Ziyaeddin shoots in.
Knuckles appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Knuckles avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Knuckles. That's going to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Bobby Knuckles is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A bone on bone clash there as Ziyaeddin blocks the leg kick.
Knuckles throws a shot from downtown. Ziyaeddin moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Ziyaeddin misses the target.
Knuckles avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knuckles.
#CL#
Ziyaeddin clinches up with Knuckles and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Ziyaeddin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Knuckles working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ziyaeddin misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knuckles.
Knuckles scores with a shoulder strike.
Knuckles lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ziyaeddin backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ziyaeddin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ziyaeddin tries to work over Knuckles's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Knuckles lands a body shot.
Knuckles working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Knuckles misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knuckles presses Ziyaeddin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Still in the clinch, Knuckles scores with a nice short uppercut.
Knuckles lands a hook to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Ziyaeddin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Knuckles lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Knuckles misses with a punch on the inside.
Knuckles lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knuckles.
Knuckles has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ziyaeddin seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Knuckles can turn it around.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Knuckles. #T3#
Knuckles lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ziyaeddin backwards.
Knuckles misses with a punch on the inside.
Knuckles misses with a punch on the inside.
Knuckles lands a shoulder strike.
Ziyaeddin lands a shot to the body.
Ziyaeddin tries for a takedown but Knuckles manages to get underhooks.
Knuckles is leaning against Ziyaeddin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Knuckles.
A head punch on the inside from Knuckles fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Knuckles scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ziyaeddin fails to pull guard.
Knuckles lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ziyaeddin tries a body shot but Knuckles blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles misses with the head strike.
Ziyaeddin tries to circle away but Knuckles has him pinned against the cage.
Ziyaeddin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Knuckles blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bobby Knuckles seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ziyaeddin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ziyaeddin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot in the inside from Knuckles.
Knuckles working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Knuckles scores with a shoulder strike.
Ziyaeddin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knuckles lands with a right to the head.
Knuckles lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ziyaeddin backwards.
Ziyaeddin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knuckles softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ziyaeddin tries to pull guard but Knuckles won't allow it.
Knuckles swings wildly with an uppercut but Ziyaeddin uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knuckles.
Knuckles lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knuckles lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ziyaeddin backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Knuckles fails to land.
Ziyaeddin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Knuckless head.
Knuckles throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ziyaeddins head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ziyaeddin fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Knuckles comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Knuckles has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Knuckles!
Bobby Knuckles thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SFL 102 | Nemesis
Date: Sep 19, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Monto shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ziyaeddin napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Monto working the strikes but Ziyaeddin uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Monto not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Monto seems to be working for a kimura but Ziyaeddin defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Monto is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Monto is working for a kimura but Ziyaeddin is defending it quite comfortably.
Ziyaeddin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ziyaeddin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Monto postures up. #T1#
Ziyaeddin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Monto gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin has his feet on Monto's thighs here. He's pushed Monto off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Monto screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Amir Ziyaeddin!
An out of breath Amir Ziyaeddin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SFL 91 | McGuire vs Sasaki
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dunes momentarily.
Ziyaeddin throws a jab but it's blocked by Dunes.
Dunes just misses with a punch to the body.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dunes manages to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dunes swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dunes.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dunes moves away.
Ziyaeddin digs a good hook to Dunes's body.
Ziyaeddin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dunes.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild combination.
We've been informed that Ziyaeddin has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ziyaeddin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ziyaeddin wants to clinch.
Nice defenses there by Dunes.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dunes moves away.
We've been told by Dunes's head coaches at Banana Stand that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dunes scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab by Dunes.
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and clinches up with Dunes, looking for a takedown. Ziyaeddin pushes Dunes against the cage but Dunes circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dunes misses with a straight right.
Dunes thuds his right hand into Ziyaeddin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ziyaeddin is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dunes.
Ziyaeddin thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Dunes swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice takedown defense from Dunes. No joy for Ziyaeddin on that attempt.
Dunes half committed to a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ziyaeddin was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dunes is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ziyaeddin asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Ziyaeddin controlling from side mount.
Dunes is pushing Ziyaeddin's head away, looking to escape. Ziyaeddin manages to hold on to the position though.
Dunes trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dunes knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Dunes wants to get back to his feet but Ziyaeddin drags him back down.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Dunes is working away. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin tries for a kimura but Dunes is defending well.
Dunes is pushing Ziyaeddin's head away, looking to escape. Ziyaeddin manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dunes tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for the choke from the back position but Dunes is controlling his hands well. #T3##ES#
Dunes manages to stand up with Ziyaeddin still on his back. Eventually Ziyaeddin drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
Dunes throws a leg kick but Ziyaeddin moved away.
Dunes keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Slugger Dunes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
That kick from Dunes tenderised Ziyaeddin's leg. Ziyaeddin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ziyaeddin slips under a jab.
Dunes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Slugger Dunes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Dunes is just out of range.
Dunes is looking to counter punch.
Ziyaeddin walks into a left hand.
Dunes lands an overhand right.
Ziyaeddin misses the jab.
Dunes throws an overhand right that lands on Ziyaeddin's shoulder, as Ziyaeddin tries to avoid the shot.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the side of Dunes's head but Dunes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dunes circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
Dunes scores with a spinning back kick!
Ziyaeddin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dunes's waist but Dunes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ziyaeddin off to one side. #T4#
Nice jab there from Dunes.
Ziyaeddin blocks a jab.
Ziyaeddin wants to clinch up but Dunes keeps it at a distance.
Dunes cracks Ziyaeddin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ziyaeddin on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dunes. Dunes obviously looking to wear him down.
Dunes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dunes defends well and Ziyaeddin ends up having to push Dunes into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dunes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Amir Ziyaeddin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dunes avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ziyaeddin is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dunes rather than just go for the knockout.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ziyaeddin fails with a takedown attempt.
Ziyaeddin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dunes can pounce on him.
Ziyaeddin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dunes moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Ziyaeddin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dunes's waist but Dunes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ziyaeddin off to one side.
Dunes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ziyaeddin.
Dunes is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the side of Dunes's head but Dunes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dunes connects with the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slugger Dunes dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dunes throws a leg kick which misses Ziyaeddin's front leg but catches the back leg as Ziyaeddin tries to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin checks a leg kick.
Dunes throws a solid leg kick but Ziyaeddin takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dunes.
Dunes throws a big shot that misses.
Dunes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ziyaeddin moves away.
Good leg kick by Dunes.
Dunes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ziyaeddin's sensitive parts.
Dunes misses with a body shot.
Dunes throws a jab but it's blocked by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ziyaeddin throws a jab when Dunes was well out of range.
Dunes is looking to counter with a body kick.
Dunes feints and then cracks Ziyaeddin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dunes fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ziyaeddin on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Dunes.
Ziyaeddin misses the jab.
A jab lands there for Dunes.
Dunes scoring well with a low kick there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dunes scoring well with a low kick there.
Dunes throws a leg kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ziyaeddin! But no joy.
Dunes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Dunes.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A right hook to the body lands for Dunes.
Ziyaeddin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Dunes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dunes.
Dunes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin is breathing heavily.
Dunes misses with the head strike.
Ziyaeddin tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dunes smiles and moves away.
Ziyaeddin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dunes lands a head shot.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dunes.
Dunes connects with a jab.
Dunes connects with a solid leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Donk. Ziyaeddin catches Dunes right on the button with a cross.
Ziyaeddin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dunes slaps away a takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Slugger Dunes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.#T2#
Dunes connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dunes cracks Ziyaeddin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ziyaeddin throws a series of punches but Dunes moves out of range.
Ziyaeddin misses with a hook.
It looked like Dunes wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dunes looks to land a left hand but Ziyaeddin moved out of range nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dunes throws a hook to the side of Ziyaeddin's head but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ziyaeddin blocks a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dunes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dunes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dunes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ziyaeddin can do to turn this around?
Ziyaeddin connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nice shot lands for Ziyaeddin.
Dunes with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ziyaeddin misses with a looping left.
Ziyaeddin misses with a straight right.
Ziyaeddin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dunes defends it nicely.
Ziyaeddin moves out of range as Dunes strikes.
Dunes lands a jab to Ziyaeddin's midsection.#T3#
Good work by Ziyaeddin as he checks the leg kick.
Ziyaeddin on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dunes. Dunes obviously looking to wear him down.
Ziyaeddin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dunes misses with a series of wild punches.
Dunes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin is looking to clinch but Dunes is avoiding it.
Dunes scoring well with a low kick there.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dunes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dunes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ziyaeddin.
Dunes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dunes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ziyaeddin's hands.
Dunes cracks a nice hook into Ziyaeddin's ribs.
Dunes lands a jab to the nose.
Ziyaeddin's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ziyaeddin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ziyaeddin throws a right and a left that Dunes avoids nicely. #T4#
Dunes lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dunes lands with a straight right. Ziyaeddin didn't see that one coming.
Ziyaeddin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dunes went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Dunes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dunes throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ziyaeddin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dunes on the side of the head.
Dunes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dunes is looking to slow Ziyaeddin down with leg kicks.
Ziyaeddin misses with a hook.
Dunes tried to counter with a leg kick but Ziyaeddin avoided it.
Ziyaeddin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dunes buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A jab from Dunes misses.
That kick from Dunes tenderised Ziyaeddin's leg. Ziyaeddin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dunes loads up on a big right hand but Ziyaeddin slips the punch.
Dunes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dunes lands a glancing blow to the side of Ziyaeddin's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dunes stuffs the takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin. Ziyaeddin gets slowly back to his feet.
Ziyaeddin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dunes scores with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slugger Dunes dominated that second round.
That's time! Dunes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ziyaeddin goes for a double leg but Dunes avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dunes continues to drive forward.
Ziyaeddin fails to land with a series of punches.
Dunes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ziyaeddin.
Jab by Dunes.
Dunes connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dunes throws a chopping leg kick but Ziyaeddin manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Slugger Dunes is winning the standup battle so far.
Ziyaeddin changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ziyaeddin throws a jab when Dunes was well out of range.
Dunes scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ziyaeddin in his tracks.
Good shot there by Dunes.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dunes.
Nice uppercut there from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Dunes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dunes takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dunes feints and then cracks Ziyaeddin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dunes was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Dunes takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dunes manages to avoid it.
Dunes misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1##TD2#
Ziyaeddin shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Dunes manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ziyaeddin throws a big right hand that misses. #ES#
Dunes kicks Ziyaeddin off and gets to his feet.
Dunes throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ziyaeddin looks to land a left hand but Dunes moved out of range nicely.
Ziyaeddin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dunes throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dunes moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dunes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ziyaeddin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dunes takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ziyaeddin lands with a right hand.
Dunes takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ziyaeddin defending well as Dunes loads up on a big left hand.
Dunes avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
#T2#
Dunes just misses with a punch to the body.
Dunes shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dunes lands the left hand.
Dunes misses with an uppercut.
Dunes shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ziyaeddin eats them both and turns towards Dunes to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Dunes misses with an uppercut.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dunes will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Amir Ziyaeddin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dunes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A shot to the liver by Ziyaeddin. Beautiful body shot.
Dunes takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Dunes is just out of range.
Good shot there by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ziyaeddin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dunes avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Dunes fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The fighters circling - Ziyaeddin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ziyaeddin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dunes tries to avoid it but Ziyaeddin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dunes to the ground. Dunes escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Slugger Dunes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.#T3#
Dunes misses with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dunes's waist but Dunes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ziyaeddin off to one side.
Dunes cracks Ziyaeddin with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dunes cracks Ziyaeddin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dunes throws a looping overhand right but Ziyaeddin ducks down to avoid it.
Dunes stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ziyaeddin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dunes counters with a stiff right hand.
A nice leg kick from Dunes, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dunes connects with a solid leg kick.
Ziyaeddin takes a swing at Dunes's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin throws a body punch but Dunes moves out of range.
Ziyaeddin takes a swing at Dunes's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A low kick lands for Dunes.
Dunes lands a glancing blow to the side of Ziyaeddin's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dunes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ziyaeddin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dunes punishes Ziyaeddin's body with a nice straight punch.
Ziyaeddin lands with a cross. #T4#
Ziyaeddin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dunes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ziyaeddin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dunes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dunes ducks under a wild hook from Ziyaeddin.
Dunes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ziyaeddin has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dunes lands a nice shot that snaps Ziyaeddin's head back.
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dunes tried to counter with a leg kick but Ziyaeddin avoided it.
Dunes is looking to slow Ziyaeddin down with leg kicks.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dunes darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ziyaeddin misses with a looping right.
Ziyaeddin lands a right hook to the body.
A lazy left from Dunes finds it's target.
Ziyaeddin swings widly with a right hand
and Dunes counters with a nice leg kick.
Dunes scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slugger Dunes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dunes, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slugger Dunes!
A very excited looking Slugger Dunes made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SFL 83 | McCracken vs Jun
Date: Jul 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin with a poor takedown #TD2#
so Nakamura counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Nakamura trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Nakamura won't allow Ziyaeddin to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakamura stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ziyaeddin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nakamura controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nakamura wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nakamura missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nakamura wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakamura scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Nakamura distracts Ziyaeddin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nakamura trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Nakamura has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Nakamura landing rabbit punches to the side of Ziyaeddin's head. Not doing much damage but still scoring a few points.
Nakamura is trying to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Nakamura is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nakamura is pressing down on Ziyaeddin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nakamura wants to sweep but no luck.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
Ziyaeddin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nakamura swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nakamura looking for a sweep. Not yet Nakamura, not yet.
Nakamura is still trying to improve position.
Nakamura thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nakamura is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Nakamura stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Ziyaeddin throws up his legs and catches Nakamura in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Nakamura tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Ziyaeddin! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SFL 75 | Simon vs River
Date: May 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin misses with a left hand
and Knuckles counters with a straight right hand.
Ziyaeddin lands with an overhand left.
Ziyaeddin moves away from the strike by Knuckles.
Nice uppercut there from Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles ducks under a wild hook from Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin blocks the body kick.
Ziyaeddin missing with a left hand there. Knuckles was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin misses with an uppercut.
Knuckles dodges the punch combination from Ziyaeddin.
It appears Knuckles was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knuckles.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ziyaeddin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've been hearing reports that Knuckles has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
No luck for Ziyaeddin with that takedown attempt. #T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin throws a shot from downtown. Knuckles moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Knuckles tries to keep at a distance but Ziyaeddin has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Ziyaeddin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ziyaeddin misses with an uppercut. Knuckles saw that one coming.
Ziyaeddin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Knuckles scores with a punch to the head.
A bone on bone clash there as Ziyaeddin blocks the leg kick.
Ziyaeddin has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ziyaeddin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Knuckles.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ziyaeddin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Knuckles with the inside leg kick.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch but Knuckles is having none of it.
Knuckles jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ziyaeddin throws a combination that misses
and Knuckles connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knuckles was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles slips a jab from Ziyaeddin.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knuckles looks for the body kick but Ziyaeddin saw that one coming.
Ziyaeddin connects with a looping right hand.
Ziyaeddin avoids a kick to the body.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Knuckles on his heels. He'll look to pass Knuckles's guard now, I'm sure.
Knuckles kicks Ziyaeddin off and gets to his feet.
Ziyaeddin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Knuckles connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook but Knuckles blocks it.
Ziyaeddin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knuckles sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Knuckles thinks about countering with a body kick.
Knuckles thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ziyaeddin with the counter takedown but Knuckles avoids it easily.
Ziyaeddin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Ziyaeddin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knuckles.
Knuckles takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Knuckles misses the target.
Ziyaeddin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Ziyaeddin looks to land a right hand but Knuckles moved out of range.
Knuckles moves away from the strike by Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles throwing a counter right hand but Ziyaeddin manages to avoid it.
Knuckles avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin wants to land a leg kick but Knuckles is out of range.
Good shot there by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin looks to land a combination. Knuckles sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Knuckles uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ziyaeddin has time to react.
Knuckles feints and then cracks Ziyaeddin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Knuckles walks into a straight right hand from Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles slips under a jab from Ziyaeddin.
A quick step to the side and Knuckles tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Ziyaeddin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ziyaeddin with a hook.
A jab lands there for Knuckles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ziyaeddin lands an overhand right.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
#T4#
Ziyaeddin throws a combination that misses
and Knuckles counters with a straight right hand.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knuckles moves away.
The fighters circling - Knuckles throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Knuckles walks into a stiff left hand from Ziyaeddin.
Bobby Knuckles is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Knuckles slips a straight right by Ziyaeddin.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin fails with the takedown
and Knuckles counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bobby Knuckles has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin throws a body shot but no joy.
Ziyaeddin swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ziyaeddin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
An inside leg kick lands from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knuckles manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Knuckles keeps the fight on the outside.
Ziyaeddin wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Knuckles tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ziyaeddin is in Knuckles's guard.
Knuckles has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ziyaeddin has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Amir Ziyaeddin will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Knuckles does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Knuckles waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knuckles manages to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knuckles moves away.
Knuckles lands a leg kick that knocks Ziyaeddin off balance momentarily.
Ziyaeddin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ziyaeddin misses with a straight right.
Amir Ziyaeddin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knuckles takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Knuckles showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ziyaeddin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin throws a poor cross that misses
and Knuckles counters with an inside leg kick.
Knuckles walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Knuckles takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ziyaeddin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knuckles takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A shot to the liver by Ziyaeddin. Beautiful body shot.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ziyaeddin moves out of range of the body kick.
Ziyaeddin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Knuckles counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Knuckles ducks under a wild hook from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch but Knuckles moves out of range.
Ziyaeddin takes a swing at Knuckles's ribcage but misses.
Knuckles goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ziyaeddin scores with a jab. Knuckles acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Knuckles takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Knuckles dodges the punch combination from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin throws a combination that misses
and Knuckles counters with a three punch combo that has Ziyaeddin backing up. Ziyaeddin nods at Knuckles to acknowledge the strikes.
Ziyaeddin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Knuckles swivels and escapes.
Knuckles tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ziyaeddin is able to avoid easily.
Ziyaeddin's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ziyaeddin duly obliges.
Knuckles loads up on a big right hand but Ziyaeddin slips the punch.
Knuckles throws a leg kick but Ziyaeddin checks it.
Ziyaeddin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knuckles moves away.
Knuckles misses with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice shot lands for Knuckles.#T3#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Knuckles as he jumps to the side.
Knuckles is looking to counter punch.
Bobby Knuckles has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Knuckles has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ziyaeddin finds it's way round the side to connect with Knuckles's head.
Knuckles with the inside leg kick.
Knuckles steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin walks into a stiff left hand from Knuckles.
Ziyaeddin fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Knuckles looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ziyaeddin takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ziyaeddin lands a slapping body shot.
Ziyaeddin moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Knuckles misses the jab.
Ziyaeddin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Knuckles counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ziyaeddin's knee momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ziyaeddin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Knuckles manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ziyaeddin scores with a nice right hand.
#T4#
Ziyaeddin shoots in and drives through. Knuckles sprawls well.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but Knuckles is just out of range.
Knuckles with a jab.
Knuckles lands a jab to the nose.#ROC#Ziyaeddin is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Amir Ziyaeddin has been cut.
Ziyaeddin misses with a hook
and Knuckles counters with a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin is breathing heavily.
Knuckles misses with a body shot.
Knuckles lands an overhand right.
Ziyaeddin is still on wobbly legs! Can Knuckles finish him?
BAM! Knuckles delivers a spinning backfist that drops Ziyaeddin like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Bobby Knuckles!
After winning the bout, Bobby Knuckles thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SFL 67 | Babinski vs Mumu II
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ziyaeddin throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Monto counters with a single leg into guard. Ziyaeddin didn't expect that.
Ziyaeddin managing to control the position.
Ziyaeddin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Monto postures up.
Ziyaeddin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monto with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monto loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monto with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ziyaeddin seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monto missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ziyaeddin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Monto is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ziyaeddin is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ziyaeddin has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T1##SUB#
Monto is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Monto seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Monto isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ziyaeddin stacks Monto on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Ziyaeddin!
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Monto is keeping him busy.
Monto tries to bench press Ziyaeddin off him but Ziyaeddin keeps the position.
Monto is working hard here to advance position.
Ziyaeddin in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T2#
Monto is trying to improve his position.
Ziyaeddin works to advance to full mount. Monto defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Monto bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Monto looking to pass the guard.
Ziyaeddin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monto.
Monto throws a big right hand that misses.
Monto throwing strikes from guard but Ziyaeddin blocks nicely. #T3##SUB2#
Monto throws a sloppy strike and Ziyaeddin has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Monto is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Ziyaeddin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Amir Ziyaeddin!
A relieved looking Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SFL 58 | Lancaster vs Hopkins
Date: Mar 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Shipilov throws a wild body kick that Ziyaeddin sees coming a mile off.
Shipilov misses with a looping right.
Ziyaeddin throws a nice looking combination but Shipilov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Shipilov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Shipilov's hands.
Shipilov cracks a nice hook into Ziyaeddin's ribs.
Ziyaeddin tries to bum rush Shipilov with a series of wild strikes but Shipilov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
Ziyaeddin moves away from the strike by Shipilov.
Shipilov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shipilov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Shipilov connects with a leg kick.
Shipilov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ziyaeddin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shipilov.
Shipilov throws a jab but it's blocked by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ziyaeddin moves into range and connects with a jab.
Shipilov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shipilov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Amir Ziyaeddin has been cut.
A head kick misses from Shipilov.
Ziyaeddin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Shipilov sprawls well initially but Ziyaeddin persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Shipilov has one foot on Ziyaeddin's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Shipilov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ziyaeddin on the side of the head.#T1#
Shipilov stuffs the takedown.
Shipilov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ziyaeddin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Shipilov throws a shot from downtown. Ziyaeddin moves away and avoids it.
Ziyaeddin misses the shot to the body.
Ziyaeddin lands a lovely overhand right.
A slow jab from Ziyaeddin misses its intended target.
Ziyaeddin tries to move into range but Shipilov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Shipilov throws a body punch but Ziyaeddin moves out of range.
Shipilov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab from Ziyaeddin misses.
Shipilov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ziyaeddin jabs Shipilov right on the nose. Shipilov blinks but takes it well.
Shipilov misses with a wild body shot.
Ziyaeddin has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ziyaeddin tests Shipilov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A combination from Shipilov does no damage.
A slapping leg kick lands for Shipilov.
Shipilov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ziyaeddin. Ziyaeddin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Shipilov throws a looping overhand right but Ziyaeddin ducks down to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Shipilov finds it's way round the side to connect with Ziyaeddin's head.
A big left from Ziyaeddin misses. #T2#
Shipilov blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Shipilov.
Shipilov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ziyaeddin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Shipilov swinging wildly here.
Shipilov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Shipilov to the ground. Ziyaeddin is now in Shipilov's guard.
Ziyaeddin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Shipilov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shipilov wants to stand but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin is standing up over Shipilov. Shipilov looks to escape but Ziyaeddin dives into side control.
Shipilov tries to escape but Ziyaeddin is in control.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position but Shipilov is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Shipilov pushes Ziyaeddin away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Ziyaeddin gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ziyaeddin misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ziyaeddin in side control, throwing shots but Shipilov defends.
Shipilov is trying to get back to his feet.
An elbow from Ziyaeddin crashes against the mat.
Shipilov tries to escape but Ziyaeddin is in control.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shipilov keeps working.
Shipilov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ziyaeddin asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ziyaeddin working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shipilov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Shipilov wants to get back to his feet but Ziyaeddin is dominant here and he's now got Shipilov's back!
Shipilov is trying to get back to his feet but Ziyaeddin has full control of the position and if anything, Shipilov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Ziyaeddin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shipilov prevents Ziyaeddin from getting a body triangle.
Shipilov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Amir Ziyaeddin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Amir Ziyaeddin's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ziyaeddin misses with a takedown
and Shipilov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Shipilov.
Ziyaeddin lands with a right hand.
The crowd cheers as Shipilov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ziyaeddin doesn't seem phased though.
Shipilov throws a body shot but no joy.
Shipilov thows a leg kick but Ziyaeddin checks it #TD2#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Shipilov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the pace.
Shipilov tries to kick Ziyaeddin off but Ziyaeddin keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ziyaeddin stalling.
Shipilov is looking to escape.#T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ziyaeddin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ziyaeddin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ziyaeddin there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shipilov takes a swing at Ziyaeddin's ribcage but misses.
Shipilov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ziyaeddin shoots in and drives through. Shipilov sprawls well.
A telegraphed right hand from Ziyaeddin misses the target.
Shipilov misses with a hook.
Ziyaeddin misses with a looping left.
Shipilov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Shipilov misses with a looping right.
Shipilov misses with a straight right.
Shipilov takes a swing at Ziyaeddin's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin fails with the takedown.
Sergey Shipilov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
Shipilov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Shipilov cracks Ziyaeddin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ziyaeddin scores with a nice right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Shipilov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ziyaeddin has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ziyaeddin and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Shipilov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ziyaeddin throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ziyaeddin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shipilov tries to avoid it but Ziyaeddin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shipilov to the ground. Shipilov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ziyaeddin moves out of range as Shipilov strikes.
Shipilov throws the left hand but Ziyaeddin avoids the punch easily.
Ziyaeddin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shipilov.
Ziyaeddin misses the shot to the body.
Shipilov moves forwards but Ziyaeddin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ziyaeddin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ziyaeddin throws a lazy uppercut
and Shipilov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Shipilov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shipilov moves away.
Shipilov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ziyaeddin throws a body punch but Shipilov moves out of range.
Ziyaeddin lands with an overhand left.
Shipilov moves out of range as Ziyaeddin strikes.#T3#
Ziyaeddin throws a right hand that misses
letting Shipilov counter with a right hand.
Shipilov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Shipilov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sergey Shipilov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ziyaeddin fails with a takedown attempt.
Ziyaeddin is breathing heavily.
Shipilov throws a combination. Ziyaeddin tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Shipilov cracks Ziyaeddin with a good jab.
Shipilov lands a head kick!
#ROC#Ziyaeddin is rocked!
Ziyaeddin shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Shipilov counters with a crisp right that sends Ziyaeddin to the canvas! Shipilov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Shipilov!
In his post fight interview, Sergey Shipilov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SFL 48 | Mumu vs Babinski
Date: Feb 17, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Swango did well to prevent Ziyaeddin getting side control.
Swango is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swango keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #ES#
Swango manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Swango defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ziyaeddin.
Swango really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ziyaeddin throws a body punch but Swango moves out of range.
Swango misses with a low kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ziyaeddin.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin looking to score a takedown here. Swango is defending well but Ziyaeddin drives through and ends up in Swango's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swango is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Swango trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Swango swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Swango is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Zero Tolerance that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Swango is looking to stand up but Ziyaeddin isn't so interested in that idea.
Ziyaeddin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Swango is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Swango keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Swango did well to prevent Ziyaeddin getting side control.
Swango is trying to stand.
#T2#
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. Swango says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Swango wants to get back to his feet.
#ES#
Swango has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Ziyaeddin is on him like a limpet, forcing Swango back against the cage.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin manages to pull guard.
Swango would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Swango knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ziyaeddin on the ground.#SU#
Swango stands and steps away. Ziyaeddin gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Swango scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ziyaeddin.
Swango looks to land a right hand but Ziyaeddin moved out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ziyaeddin was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Swango tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T3#
Ziyaeddin somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Swango is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Will Ziyaeddin go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Swango is trying to get back to his feet but Ziyaeddin has full control of the position and if anything, Swango has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T4##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for the RNC. #ES#
Swango is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Ziyaeddin off. It looks like it's working - Ziyaeddin slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Swango displaying calm under pressure there.
Swango throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jab by Ziyaeddin.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Swango looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Swango tries to escape but Ziyaeddin is in control.
Swango on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Amir Ziyaeddin will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Ziyaeddin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Swango sprawls well initially but Ziyaeddin persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Swango makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#TD2#
Ziyaeddin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Swango to the mat! Swango manages to get full guard.
Swango wants to stand up but Ziyaeddin is controlling him.
Ziyaeddin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Swango swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Swango wants to stand but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Michael Swango is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Swango wants to stand but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position. #T2##ES#
Swango has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ziyaeddin has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Ziyaeddin tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Swango smiles and moves away.
Ziyaeddin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ziyaeddin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Swango counters with a stiff right hand.
Michael Swango has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amir Ziyaeddin.
A nice inside leg kick there by Swango. That's going to slow Ziyaeddin down.
Ziyaeddin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Swango displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ziyaeddin.
It looked like Swango wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A clash of legs there as Ziyaeddin blocks the low kick.
Swango leaves Ziyaeddin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown but Swango shows good takedown defense. #T3#
Swango throws a jab when Ziyaeddin was well out of range.
Swango throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ziyaeddin.
Swango misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Swango wants to stand back up but Ziyaeddin manages to pass into side control.
Swango tries to escape but Ziyaeddin is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swango bucks up and tries to throw Ziyaeddin off but instead Ziyaeddin has got his back!
Swango trying to get back to his feet but Ziyaeddin is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Swango is trying to escape but he's just digging himself into more trouble. Ziyaeddin manages to sink in the hooks and gets a rear naked choke to end the fight in impressive fashion.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Amir Ziyaeddin!
Our winner, Amir Ziyaeddin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SFL 42 | Akinwande vs Simard
Date: Jan 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Ziyaeddin just misses with a punch to the body.
Ziyaeddin looks to throw the jab but Nakamura is out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Nakamura has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ziyaeddin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nakamura takes a swing at Ziyaeddin's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nakamura attempts a counter takedown but Ziyaeddin avoids it well and moves away.
Ziyaeddin misses the shot to the body.
Nakamura ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ziyaeddin moves away.
A lazy left from Nakamura finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ziyaeddin shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nakamura is trying to defend but Ziyaeddin finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ziyaeddin works his way into side control.
Nakamura is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ziyaeddin slows the pace down.
Ziyaeddin misses with the ground and pound.
Nakamura is looking for a sweep.
Nakamura looking for a sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Nakamura is looking to improve his position but Ziyaeddin isn't that keen on the idea.
Ziyaeddin with the ground and pound from mount.
Nakamura sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Nakamura slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T2#
Ziyaeddin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nakamura is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin stands up over Nakamura, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nakamura looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ziyaeddin is one step ahead there.
Nakamura throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ziyaeddin wants to control from the top but Nakamura keeps moving.
Nakamura tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ziyaeddin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nakamura wants to sweep here but Ziyaeddin controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Nakamura has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed into side control.
Nakamura is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ziyaeddin off and has taken his back!
Ziyaeddin manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nakamura's guard. Nice work there by Ziyaeddin.
Nakamura striking off his back but it's not causing Ziyaeddin any problems.
Ziyaeddin chips away with some ground and pound.
Nakamura preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ziyaeddin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ziyaeddin stopping the sweep attempt from Nakamura.
Nakamura lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Nakamura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ziyaeddin has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Finish the Fight. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Nakamura with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nakamura preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Nakamura avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for a guillotine here but Nakamura defends easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakamura controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nakamura passes Ziyaeddin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to roll over but Nakamura keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ziyaeddin dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nakamura thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakamura was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.#TD#
Nakamura gets the takedown into side control.
Nakamura tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Nakamura is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Ziyaeddin tries to improve position but can't.
Nakamura working the ground and pound from side control.
Ziyaeddin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control but can't.
Nakamura sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ziyaeddin defending well though.
Nakamura wants to control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him busy.
Nakamura working Ziyaeddin over with strikes. #T1##SUB2#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back.
Nakamura looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ziyaeddin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ziyaeddin is looking for a sweep. Nakamura is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nakamura scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nakamura is looking to take a break and control but Ziyaeddin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is trying to maintain the position but Nakamura is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Nakamura lands with a punch from half guard.
Nakamura thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ziyaeddin's head.
Nakamura missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nakamura controlling the action here. #T2#
Ziyaeddin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position but Nakamura postures up.
Nakamura looking to pass the guard.
Nakamura is looking to work some ground and pound but Ziyaeddin has wrist control.
Nakamura wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving.
Ziyaeddin wants to sweep here but Nakamura controlling him for the moment.
Nakamura works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nakamura keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nakamura thows a huge punch but Ziyaeddin dodges it nicely.
#T3#
Nakamura is controlling the pace.
Nakamura prevents Ziyaeddin from improving his position.
Nakamura trying to control from half guard but Ziyaeddin is working away.
Nakamura is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ziyaeddin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ziyaeddin manages to get to full guard.
Nakamura trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ziyaeddin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Nakamura is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Gurizuri Nakamura overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nakamura is working hard here to advance position.
Ziyaeddin chips away with some ground and pound.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Nakamura to sweep him here.
Nakamura has momentary wrist control but Ziyaeddin slips an elbow through the middle.
Ziyaeddin cracks Nakamura with a solid left hand.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ziyaeddin preventing the sweep.
Ziyaeddin landing with the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gurizuri Nakamura dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD2#
Ziyaeddin feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Nakamura wants to hit a sweep here but Ziyaeddin passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Nakamura there!
Nakamura is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ziyaeddin content just to control the position here.
Nakamura is desperately trying to improve his position but Ziyaeddin has a good base and remains in mount.
Ziyaeddin lands a big shot there that rocks Nakamura but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nakamura regains half guard.
Ziyaeddin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nakamura tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg. #T1#
Ziyaeddin is keen to just control but Nakamura is a slippery customer.
Nakamura is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ziyaeddin scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the action in half guard but Nakamura is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nakamura is looking to get back to full guard here but Ziyaeddin has managed to pass to side control instead.
Ziyaeddin has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nakamura!
Ziyaeddin is landing with some decent strikes but Nakamura is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Ziyaeddin raining down hammerfists from mount.
Nakamura tries to reverse the position but Ziyaeddin maintains control.
Nakamura might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nakamura sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nakamura tries to get to full guard but Ziyaeddin has control of the leg. #T2##SUB2#
Nakamura is defending against the submission attempts here by Ziyaeddin.
Nakamura tries to roll over but Ziyaeddin keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakamura doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin prevents Nakamura from improving his position.#T3#
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Nakamura is having none of it.
Ziyaeddin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nakamura slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nakamura is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ziyaeddin won't allow Nakamura to sweep him here.
Ziyaeddin throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ziyaeddin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nakamura has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed into side control.
Nakamura is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ziyaeddin landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Nakamura is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nakamura knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Amir Ziyaeddin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ziyaeddin has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SFL 33 | Fusi vs Simard
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
#R1#
Good work by Ziyaeddin as he checks the leg kick.
Ziyaeddin changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ziyaeddin lands with a good body shot.
Barnhardt tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ziyaeddin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Barnhardt tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ziyaeddin throws out a loose jab but Barnhardt uses good head movement to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Ziyaeddin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Barnhardt is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Barnhardt.
Ziyaeddin takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnhardt moves out of range of the strikes.
Barnhardt scores with a push kick.
Ziyaeddin defending well as Barnhardt loads up on a big left hand.
Jab, jab by Barnhardt - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnhardt throws a low kick but Ziyaeddin moves out of range easily. #T1#
Ziyaeddin misses the shot to the body.
Barnhardt throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Barnhardt! #SUB#
Ziyaeddin working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ziyaeddin with the ground and pound but Barnhardt regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Ziyaeddin trying to pass the guard but Barnhardt defending well. #T2#
Barnhardt wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Barnhardt is just riding it out for now. Ziyaeddin eventually gives up the hold.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnhardt keeps working.
Ziyaeddin missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Barnhardt is working from the bottom.
Barnhardt trying to control here.
Ziyaeddin not doing much here.
Barnhardt is not content to let Ziyaeddin control the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Ziyaeddin passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ziyaeddin is stalling here but it's allowed Barnhardt to get half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Barnhardt is having none of it.
Barnhardt is trying to maintain the position but Ziyaeddin is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ziyaeddin works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ziyaeddin throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ziyaeddin dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ziyaeddin swings for the body but Barnhardt moves out of range.
Barnhardt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
Barnhardt tries a head kick but it misses.
Barnhardt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ziyaeddin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ronnie Barnhardt seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barnhardt avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ziyaeddin was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Barnhardt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ziyaeddin.
Barnhardt lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ziyaeddin circles away quickly and effectively.
Barnhardt throws a body shot but no joy.
Ziyaeddin is looking to wear down Barnhardt with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnhardt doesn't manage to clinch there - Ziyaeddin circles away.
Barnhardt scores with a head kick.
#TD#
Barnhardt gets caught flat footed, as Ziyaeddin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ziyaeddin passes Barnhardt's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Ziyaeddin tries to pass to full mount but Barnhardt defends it.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Barnhardt is working from the bottom.
Barnhardt has hold of Ziyaeddin's hands but Ziyaeddin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ziyaeddin not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Barnhardt defends it well.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Barnhardt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ziyaeddin moves into full mount! Barnhardt won't be happy about that! #T2#
Ziyaeddin thowing shots but they're missing.
Barnhardt is wriggling around trying to escape.
Barnhardt wants to hold on but Ziyaeddin pushes him away.
Ziyaeddin controlling from mount. #SUB#
Barnhardt defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ziyaeddin.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ziyaeddin avoids the attempt from Barnhardt to control.
Amir Ziyaeddin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Barnhardt has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Barnhardt! #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Barnhardt defends well.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on Barnhardt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barnhardt works his way back into a safe position though.
Ziyaeddin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Ziyaeddin works his way into side control. #T4#
Barnhardt defending against the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Ziyaeddin has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ziyaeddin controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ziyaeddin is putting a hurting on Barnhardt here, landing some big shots from side control.
Ziyaeddin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barnhardt can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the action but Barnhardt is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ziyaeddin dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Barnhardt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ziyaeddin.
Barnhardt throws a low kick but Ziyaeddin avoids it.
Ronnie Barnhardt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barnhardt blocks a jab.
Barnhardt throws a wild body kick that Ziyaeddin sees coming a mile off.
Barnhardt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Barnhardt throws a sloppy head kick and Ziyaeddin moves out of range easily.
Barnhardt misses with a body shot.
Barnhardt falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a nice double leg into side control. Barnhardt won't be happy with that.
Barnhardt can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ziyaeddin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnhardt keeps working. #T1#
Barnhardt tries to improve position but can't.
Ziyaeddin looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Barnhardt is avoiding damage well.
Ziyaeddin is looking to take a break and control but Barnhardt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Barnhardt is trying to control Ziyaeddin's posture but Ziyaeddin avoids it.
Barnhardt defending against the ground and pound.
Amir Ziyaeddin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Barnhardt is trying to escape the position but Ziyaeddin is controlling the position.
Ziyaeddin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ziyaeddin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ziyaeddin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barnhardt was well out of range. Poor timing from Ziyaeddin.
Barnhardt will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ziyaeddin appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Barnhardt tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jab from Ziyaeddin.#T3#
Barnhardt tries a head kick but it misses.
Ziyaeddin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Barnhardt throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
so Ziyaeddin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ziyaeddin passes into half guard.
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Ziyaeddin.
Ronnie Barnhardt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
And that's the end of the fight!
Amir Ziyaeddin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ziyaeddin, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Ziyaeddin!
A relieved looking Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SFL 26 | Fusi vs Murhapuro
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kelly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ziyaeddin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kelly moves away.
Kelly appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kelly.
Kelly throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ned Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ziyaeddin moves away.
Kelly looks to throw the jab but Ziyaeddin is out of range.
Kelly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ziyaeddin.
Kelly misses the jab.
Kelly keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ziyaeddin scores with a body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Kelly as Ziyaeddin shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly blocks a head kick by Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin scores with a nice strike.
Kelly avoids the body shot from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kelly misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Kelly scores with the left hand. Ziyaeddin knows he should have avoided that one.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
Ziyaeddin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kelly.
Ziyaeddin lands a jab.
Kelly fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ziyaeddin manages to avoid it.
Kelly stuns Ziyaeddin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ziyaeddin ducks under a wild hook from Kelly.
Kelly lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kelly throws a lazy right hand but Ziyaeddin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kelly connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kelly scores with a shot to the body.
Ziyaeddin takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kelly throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kelly swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
so Ziyaeddin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES#
Kelly is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Ziyaeddin presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T2##BC#
Kelly breaks from the clinch.
Kelly delivers a nice body kick.
Kelly pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ziyaeddin misses with a left hand
and Kelly makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jab, jab by Ziyaeddin - just one landing.
Ziyaeddin scores with a jab. Kelly acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ziyaeddin moves away from the strike by Kelly.
A lazy left from Kelly finds it's target.
Kelly keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kelly throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Ziyaeddin trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ziyaeddin throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ziyaeddin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ziyaeddin forces his way into half guard.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kelly knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kelly wants to get back to full guard.
Ziyaeddin trying to control from half guard but Kelly is working away.
Kelly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kelly wants to sweep but Ziyaeddin has passed to side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kelly is keeping him busy.
Kelly takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
A lull in the action here.
Kelly tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ziyaeddin is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kelly's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ned Kelly dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Kelly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown but Kelly shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kelly is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ziyaeddin can do to turn this around?
Kelly scores with a hook to the body. Ziyaeddin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ziyaeddin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ziyaeddin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kelly fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ziyaeddin has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ziyaeddin lands a nice looking body shot.
Ziyaeddin shoots for a takedown but Kelly saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kelly throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ziyaeddin! But no joy.
Kelly displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ziyaeddin throws out the jab.
Kelly ducks under a wild hook from Ziyaeddin.
Kelly throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Ziyaeddin decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kelly's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Kelly working for submissions but it's allowed Ziyaeddin to get to half guard.
Ziyaeddin with the ground and pound but Kelly uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T1#
Kelly keeping full guard, as Ziyaeddin tries to pass.
Ziyaeddin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ziyaeddin looking to pass the guard.
Amir Ziyaeddin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ziyaeddin throwing strikes from guard but Kelly blocks nicely.
Kelly keeping moving, preventing Ziyaeddin from controlling successfully.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ziyaeddin working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kelly looking to control.
Ziyaeddin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but Kelly is keeping him busy. #T3#
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Ziyaeddin is staying tight to Kelly's torso, preventing him from escaping. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kelly lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kelly throws a nice inside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Ziyaeddin misses the target.
Ziyaeddin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ned Kelly is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Ziyaeddin throws an off balance right hand
and Kelly counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kelly lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kelly misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kelly jabs at Ziyaeddin's body.
Ziyaeddin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziyaeddin throws a body punch but Kelly moves out of range.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
Ziyaeddin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kelly swings for the body but Ziyaeddin moves out of range.
Kelly throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ziyaeddin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ned Kelly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kelly uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ziyaeddin.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kelly throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kelly won't be happy with that. #ES#
Kelly throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Kelly misses with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ned Kelly dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ziyaeddin avoids the head kick by Kelly.
It looks like Kelly has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Kelly motions for Ziyaeddin to come forward. Kelly throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kelly throws the left hand but Ziyaeddin avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Kelly.
Kelly throws a leg kick but Ziyaeddin sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ziyaeddin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kelly on the side of the head.
Kelly throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot.
Nice jab there from Kelly.
Ziyaeddin attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kelly is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly misses the shot to the body.
Ziyaeddin misses with a wild body shot.
No joy there for Kelly, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Ziyaeddin throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Kelly misses with a wild body shot.
Ziyaeddin moves out of range of the strikes.
Ziyaeddin misses with a straight left.
Kelly with the inside leg kick.
Kelly misses with a low kick.
Ziyaeddin is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kelly looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kelly misses with a double jab.
Ziyaeddin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kelly.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ziyaeddin. Kelly does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kelly attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kelly fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ziyaeddin manages to avoid it.
Kelly throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Ziyaeddin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ziyaeddin wants to take a breather but Kelly is having none of it.
Kelly is looking to escape.
Amir Ziyaeddin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ziyaeddin throwing shots but Kelly is blocking nicely.
Ziyaeddin sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kelly defending well though. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kelly is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Ziyaeddin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kelly wants to improve his position but Ziyaeddin is controlling well.
#T3#
Kelly gets full guard.
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kelly has his hands on Ziyaeddin's head, controlling the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ziyaeddin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kelly is keeping the position for now.
Kelly is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kelly lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ziyaeddin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ziyaeddin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ziyaeddin shoots in for a takedown but Kelly shows good takedown defense.
Kelly throws out a loose jab but Ziyaeddin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Ziyaeddin misses its intended target.
Kelly lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kelly lands with an uppercut that bounces Ziyaeddin off the cage and back into range.
Ziyaeddin just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kelly buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ziyaeddin takes a swing at Kelly's ribcage but misses.
Ziyaeddin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kelly can pounce on him.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ned Kelly showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kelly, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ned Kelly!
A victorious Ned Kelly thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Amir Ziyaeddin had this to say: 'Stubbed toe....'. |
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Event:
SFL 21 | Gold Rush
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ziyaeddin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but McFly is just out of range.
Ziyaeddin sets himself, and McFly steps forward looking for the clinch! Ziyaeddin avoids it this time.
McFly cracks Ziyaeddin with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ziyaeddin misses with a kick to the body.
McFly tries to counter with a clinch but Ziyaeddin shakes him off and moves away.
McFly jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CL2#
McFly clinches.
Ziyaeddin is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McFly is defending well.
Ziyaeddin wants a takedown but no success here.
Ziyaeddin fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McFly misses with an elbow over the top.
McFly can't find room to land a body shot as Ziyaeddin controls the action.
Ziyaeddin jumps guard but McFly turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Ziyaeddin jumps guard.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McFly defends it easily.
Ziyaeddin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McFly controls the pace.#T1#
Ziyaeddin is trying to keep McFly in close.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because McFly has passed into half guard!
McFly stalling. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
Ziyaeddin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McFly can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McFly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ziyaeddin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Ziyaeddin working for a triangle but McFly defends it easily.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin has his foot on McFly's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McFly works his way back into a safe position though.
McFly wants to control from the top but Ziyaeddin keeps moving. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin throws his legs up looking for a submission but McFly uses it to pass to side control.
Ziyaeddin is trying to control McFly's posture but McFly avoids it. #T3#
Ziyaeddin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ziyaeddin tries to get to full guard but McFly has control of the leg.
Ziyaeddin wants to control but McFly is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McFly trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McFly pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for submissions off his back.
Ziyaeddin gets full guard.#T4##SUB#
McFly avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McFly trying to control but Ziyaeddin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ziyaeddin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McFly is aware though and is defending well.
McFly postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McFly defends well.#SUB#
McFly got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ziyaeddin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McFly has managed to get both his arms back between Ziyaeddin's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Amir Ziyaeddin will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A jab from McFly does it's job there.
A big right from McFly misses.
McFly throws an off balance right hand
enabling Ziyaeddin to counter with a crisp jab.
Ziyaeddin avoids the body shot from McFly.
McFly throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ziyaeddin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McFly's waist but McFly gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ziyaeddin off to one side.
Jonny McFly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McFly swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McFly is looking to clinch but Ziyaeddin is avoiding it.
Ziyaeddin looks to score with a jab to the body but McFly is just out of range.
McFly is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
McFly connects with a right hand. Ziyaeddin shakes it off.
Nice jab there from Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McFly's hands.
McFly doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McFly lands a jab to Ziyaeddin's midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ziyaeddin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ziyaeddin swats away the attempt to clinch by McFly.
Ziyaeddin throws a counter high kick but McFly was just alert enough to avoid it.
Ziyaeddin swats away the attempt to clinch by McFly.#T1#
Ziyaeddin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ziyaeddin keeps the fight on the outside.
Ziyaeddin scores with a jab to the body.
Ziyaeddin throws the left hand but McFly avoids the punch easily.
McFly misses the body punch #TD#
so Ziyaeddin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ziyaeddin trying to control but McFly is working from the bottom.
Ziyaeddin postures up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McFly can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ziyaeddin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as McFly holds on and takes a little breather.
Ziyaeddin passes McFly's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McFly defends it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McFly trying to hold on to Ziyaeddin's head to control him but Ziyaeddin postures up.
#SUB#
Ziyaeddin looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Ziyaeddin is taking a breather. McFly says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T3##SUB#
Ziyaeddin is trying to work for a kimura but McFly is defending well.
McFly has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McFly sees it coming and defends easily.
Ziyaeddin tries to pass the half guard into mount. McFly knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McFly is staying active underneath Ziyaeddin, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is working for a submission of some sort.
McFly has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ziyaeddin is working away from the top position though.
Ziyaeddin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McFly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McFly avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McFly is looking to clinch.
McFly rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ziyaeddin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McFly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ziyaeddin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McFly lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jonny McFly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ziyaeddin misses with a straight right. #CL2#
McFly moves into range and clinches up with Ziyaeddin.
Ziyaeddin working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Ziyaeddin dominated that second round.
That's time! Ziyaeddin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ziyaeddin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McFly.
McFly wants to clinch up but Ziyaeddin keeps it at a distance.
McFly avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ziyaeddin staying out of range there.
McFly tries to clinch up but Ziyaeddin circles away and keeps his distance.
Ziyaeddin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ziyaeddin connects with a right hand. McFly shakes it off.
Ziyaeddin darts in looking for a takedown but McFly gets double underhooks and turns Ziyaeddin into the cage.
McFly wants to clinch up but Ziyaeddin keeps it at a distance.
Ziyaeddin connects with a jab.
McFly throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McFly ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ziyaeddin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ziyaeddin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McFly connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ziyaeddin momentarily.
McFly stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McFly wants it to stay on the feet.
Ziyaeddin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McFly throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McFly throws a shot from downtown. Ziyaeddin moves away and avoids it.
Jonny McFly seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
McFly jabs at Ziyaeddin's body.
McFly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ziyaeddin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McFly tries to clinch there but Ziyaeddin circles away.
Ziyaeddin throws a body punch but McFly moves out of range.
McFly is looking to clinch.
McFly looks to score with a jab to the body but Ziyaeddin is just out of range.#TD#
Ziyaeddin looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McFly!
McFly sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McFly sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Ziyaeddin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ziyaeddin thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McFly's head.
Jonny McFly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Amir Ziyaeddin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Ziyaeddin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
McFly trying to control but Ziyaeddin postures up.
McFly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ziyaeddin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
McFly closes the distance and pushes Ziyaeddin back into the cage.
Ziyaeddin blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from McFly fails to land.
Ziyaeddin has McFly pushed against the cage.
McFly misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McFly lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ziyaeddin backwards. #T4#
McFly creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A nice left hand lands by McFly.
Ziyaeddin is trying to pull guard but McFly has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Ziyaeddin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McFly swings wildly with an uppercut but Ziyaeddin uses good head movement to avoid it.
McFly is trying to maintain a safe position but Ziyaeddin gets an underhook and turns McFly into the cage.
McFly lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Amir Ziyaeddin has been cut.
McFly lands a nice elbow.
McFly misses with a short punch on the inside.
McFly tries a body shot but Ziyaeddin blocks it.
Nice body punch from McFly - that landed with a thud.
McFly looks to throw an elbow but misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jonny McFly comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ziyaeddin has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Amir Ziyaeddin!
Amir Ziyaeddin thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SFL 06 | Fusion
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zuma Jr. goes for a double leg but Fitch avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Fitch continues to drive forward.
It seemed like Fitch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zuma Jr. misses with a takedown attempt
and Fitch counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Monte Zuma Jr. has been cut.
Zuma Jr. shoots in looking for a takedown but Fitch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zuma Jr.'s face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Monte Zuma Jr.. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zuma Jr. doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Fitch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Zuma Jr. closes the distance looking to clinch
and Fitch counters with a stiff right hand.
Fitch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zuma Jr. moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Fitch as Zuma Jr. shoots in.
Fitch takes a swing at Zuma Jr.'s ribcage but misses.
Zuma Jr. has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kevin Spacey`s Basement of Doom in the buildup to the fight.
Zuma Jr. slips under a jab from Fitch.#TD#
Zuma Jr. shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Zuma Jr. was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T1#
Fitch manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Zuma Jr. is looking to improve his position.
Zuma Jr. is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Fitch is working for a kimura but Zuma Jr. is defending it quite comfortably.
Fitch tries to pass to full mount but Zuma Jr. defends it.
Zuma Jr. is not content to let Fitch control the position.
Fitch tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zuma Jr. knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Zuma Jr. has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fitch is working away from the top position though.
Zuma Jr. wants to get back to full guard but Fitch has passed into side control.
Zuma Jr. tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fitch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zuma Jr. struggling a bit here.
Fitch just content to control the position.
Zuma Jr. tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fitch wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Zuma Jr. is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Fitch is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Zuma Jr. is desperately trying to improve his position but Fitch has a good base and remains in mount.
Fitch wants to take Zuma Jr.'s back but he can't do it this time.
Fitch looking to control but Zuma Jr. is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fitch controlling the pace for now.
Zuma Jr. is trying to escape the mount.
Fitch manages to capitalize on a mistake by Zuma Jr. to take his back!#SUB2#
Fitch is persistently looking for the submission but Zuma Jr. is defending it well.
#T4#
Zuma Jr. rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Fitch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Fitch is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fitch is pressing down on Zuma Jr.'s thigh, looking to free his foot. Zuma Jr. is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zuma Jr. wants to improve his position but Fitch is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Trevor Fitch dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Monte Zuma Jr.'s cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Zuma Jr. tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fitch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Zuma Jr. pushes Fitch up against the cage in a clinch.
Zuma Jr. tries to pull guard but Fitch forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Fitch can't break the clinch.
Fitch stops a takedown attempt from Zuma Jr..
Fitch gets through Zuma Jr.'s defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Zuma Jr. has picked Fitch up - he's going for a ride! Zuma Jr. dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Fitch manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Fitch dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Zuma Jr. can't keep his opponent in guard - Fitch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zuma Jr. is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zuma Jr. tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Fitch has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T1#
Zuma Jr. wants to control but Fitch is having none of it.
Fitch takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zuma Jr. really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zuma Jr. tries to lock up and control but Fitch gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fitch takes Zuma Jr.'s back.
I would not like to be Zuma Jr. right now.
#T2#
Zuma Jr. rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Zuma Jr. makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zuma Jr..#SUB#
Zuma Jr. had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fitch defends it easily.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zuma Jr. has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Fitch has passed into side control.
Zuma Jr. wants to control but Fitch postures up.#T3#
Fitch advances to mount.
Fitch prevents Zuma Jr. from getting the reversal.
Fitch wants to control the pace but Zuma Jr. is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Zuma Jr. tries to improve his position but Fitch has taken his back! Fitch has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Zuma Jr. tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Fitch pushes Zuma Jr. away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Trevor Fitch!
The defeated Monte Zuma Jr. had this to say: 'Stubbed toe....'. |
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Event:
UnderGround FC 134
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Zuma Jr. closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. is working for a kimura but Storm is defending it quite comfortably.
Zuma Jr. is pressing down on Storm's thigh, looking to free his foot. Storm is holding on for now. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Storm sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Storm is looking to control Zuma Jr.'s leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Zuma Jr. not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm trying to control from the bottom.
Zuma Jr. not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Storm keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Storm is refusing to be controlled, as Zuma Jr. sits in half guard. #T1#
Zuma Jr. is pressing down on Storm's thigh, looking to free his foot. Storm is holding on for now.
Storm trying to control but Zuma Jr. postures up.
Zuma Jr. throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Storm wants to control but Zuma Jr. passes into side.
Zuma Jr. wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. tries for a kimura but Storm is defending well.
Zuma Jr. throws a strike aimed at the side of Storm's head but Storm avoids it well.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Storm has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Zuma Jr. but great work by Storm.
Zuma Jr. is looking to reverse the position.
Zuma Jr. gets back to half guard.
Storm controlling the action here. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Storm prevents Zuma Jr. from improving his position.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for submissions off his back.
Zuma Jr. is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for submissions off his back.
Storm trying to control the pace.
Zuma Jr. has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Storm is working away from the top position though.
Zuma Jr. wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zuma Jr. regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Zuma Jr. is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking for a kimura but Storm is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zuma Jr. to get the leverage. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is working for a kimura here but Storm manages to reverse the position and he's now in Zuma Jr.'s guard.
Storm is stalling in the full guard.
Zuma Jr. working a defensive guard but Storm passes into half guard.
Zuma Jr. gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm content to stall in guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Monte Zuma Jr. dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jab, jab by Storm - just one landing.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Zuma Jr. shoots in but no luck this time.
Zuma Jr. slips a jab from Storm.
Horrible takedown attempt by Zuma Jr. or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Jackson Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Zuma Jr. momentarily.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zuma Jr..
Zuma Jr. tries to counter with a takedown but Storm is quick to defend against it.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T1#
Storm digs a good body shot into Zuma Jr.'s ribs.
Zuma Jr. shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Storm pinned against the cage. Storm gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Monte Zuma Jr.. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zuma Jr. shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Storm defends it nicely.
Zuma Jr. tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jab by Storm.#CUT2#It looks like Monte Zuma Jr. has been cut.#T2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zuma Jr..
Storm scores with a jab. Zuma Jr. acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Storm throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Zuma Jr. on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Storm lands a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm cracks a nice hook into Zuma Jr.'s ribs.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Decent striking displayed by Storm there.#T3#
Storm closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Zuma Jr.! Storm dives in looking to finish! Zuma Jr. is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jackson Storm!
Jackson Storm decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Monte Zuma Jr. spoke after the fight, saying 'Stubbed toe....'. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 93
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Sireika scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sireika defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zuma Jr..
Sireika throws a head kick that Zuma Jr. semi-blocks.
Zuma Jr. on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Zuma Jr. shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Sireika rushes Zuma Jr. and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sireika lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
Zuma Jr. gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Sireika regains guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zuma Jr. is looking to work some ground and pound but Sireika has wrist control.
Zuma Jr. throws a big elbow that misses.
Zuma Jr. controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sireika on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sireika tries to get out of the position.
Zuma Jr. wants to pass the guard but Sireika is keeping the position.
Zuma Jr. prevents Sireika from getting back to his feet.
Zuma Jr. pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sireika is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2#
Zuma Jr. drops back looking for a leg! Sireika is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sireika manages to kick Zuma Jr. off! Zuma Jr. jumps back into Sireika's guard.
Zuma Jr. postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zuma Jr. postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zuma Jr. has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sireika avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zuma Jr.'s corner is telling him to maintain position.
Zuma Jr. postures up in Sireika's guard and throws a big left but Sireika blocks it. #SUB2#
Zuma Jr. drops back looking for a leg! Sireika is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sireika manages to kick Zuma Jr. off! Zuma Jr. jumps back into Sireika's guard.
Zuma Jr. missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Zuma Jr. cracks Sireika with a solid left hand.
Zuma Jr. working some strikes from top position.
Zuma Jr. missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Zuma Jr. drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zuma Jr. jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Zuma Jr. postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zuma Jr. wants to pass the guard but Sireika is keeping the position.
Zuma Jr. throws a big elbow that misses.
Zuma Jr. stands up over Sireika, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Zuma Jr.'s corner is telling him to maintain position.
Zuma Jr. works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Zuma Jr. is trying for a kimura here. Sireika looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Zuma Jr. wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Monte Zuma Jr.!
After winning the bout, Monte Zuma Jr. thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
FARTMMA 68: Halloween Massacre
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Zuma Jr. takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Gorgrip avoids the body shot from Zuma Jr..
#CL2#
Gorgrip darts in and clinches Zuma Jr. up against the cage.#TD#
Zuma Jr. has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gorgrip uses from the top position.
Gorgrip must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gorgrip is looking to stand up but Zuma Jr. won't let him. #SU2#
Zuma Jr. is working an open guard so Gorgrip takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Monte Zuma Jr. seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Zuma Jr. fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gorgrip, pushing him back against the cage.
Zuma Jr. on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#TD#
Zuma Jr. pulls guard.
Zuma Jr. keeping moving, preventing Gorgrip from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Zuma Jr. is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gorgrip wants to control from the top but Zuma Jr. keeps moving. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking for a triangle but Gorgrip pushes his legs off easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Gorgrip gets to his feet - Zuma Jr. follows without any prompting.
Zuma Jr. misses the shot to the body. #T1##TD#
Zuma Jr. scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Zuma Jr. scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Gorgrip to see if he's OK.
Gorgrip is trying to control Zuma Jr.'s posture but Zuma Jr. avoids it.
Zuma Jr. postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Zuma Jr. lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gorgrip has escaped the position, nice work there.
A lull in the action here.
Zuma Jr.'s ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
Gorgrip takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gorgrip is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ground and pound from Zuma Jr. seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Zuma Jr. working the ground and pound but Gorgrip is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gorgrip is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gorgrip is looking for a sweep.
Gorgrip throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Zuma Jr. has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Gorgrip seems a little lost for a moment, as Zuma Jr. dominates the positioning.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Zuma Jr. is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gorgrip has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3##SUB#
Zuma Jr. tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zuma Jr. has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Zuma Jr. takes a little break here. Gorgrip wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorgrip tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zuma Jr. wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zuma Jr. working the ground and pound from side control.
Zuma Jr. taking a breather here.
Zuma Jr. throws a strike aimed at the side of Gorgrip's head but Gorgrip avoids it well.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gorgrip knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Gorgrip takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gorgrip knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Zuma Jr. creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB#
Zuma Jr. swings around for an armbar but Gorgrip sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Zuma Jr.'s guard.
Gorgrip trying to control but Zuma Jr. is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gorgrip can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zuma Jr. controls Gorgrip momentarily but Gorgrip frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Monte Zuma Jr. dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Gorgrip shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zuma Jr. manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Gorgrip wants to control from the top but Zuma Jr. keeps moving. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for a guillotine here but Gorgrip defends easily.
Zuma Jr. is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gorgrip can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Zuma Jr. looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Zuma Jr. has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gorgrip can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. working for a triangle but Gorgrip defends it easily.
Gorgrip looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorgrip wants to stand but Zuma Jr. is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1##SUB#
Zuma Jr. is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gorgrip defends well.
Gorgrip wants to stand but Zuma Jr. is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Zuma Jr. is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Gorgrip rolls with it to try and escape but Zuma Jr. cranks on the arm and Gorgrip is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Monte Zuma Jr.!
A victorious Monte Zuma Jr. thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Sandee Gorgrip spoke after the fight, saying 'He is a very good fighter. I will come back stronger next time you see me'.
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Event:
FARTMMA 57
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Zuma Jr. shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Zuma Jr. was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Villaba tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Zuma Jr. is working to tighten his grip on Villaba's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Villaba has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Zuma Jr. is really squeezing tight and eventually Villaba passes out! Zuma Jr. breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Monte Zuma Jr.!
Monte Zuma Jr. thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
UFC WNF 3
Date: Jun 05, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Sousa rushes Chayambuka and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sousa tries to land knees in the clinch but Chayambuka avoids the damage to the body. #TD2#
Chayambuka gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Sousa looking for submissions off his back.
Chayambuka prevents Sousa from improving his position.
Chayambuka stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chayambuka seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Sousa is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dansen Chayambuka!
Dansen Chayambuka decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 3
Date: May 19, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Richards shoots in and gets a takedown into Chayambuka's guard.
Richards wants to pass the guard but Chayambuka is keeping the position.
Chayambuka wants to sweep but no luck.
Chayambuka pulls Richards in close to prevent any damage.
Chayambuka keeping moving, preventing Richards from controlling successfully.
Richards trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Richards trying to control the position from guard on top but Chayambuka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chayambuka pulls Richards in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chayambuka keeping moving, preventing Richards from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Chayambuka had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Richards defends it easily.
Richards missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Chayambuka tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chayambuka pulls Richards in close to prevent any damage.
Chayambuka has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Holding Cell. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Richards trying to control the position from guard on top but Chayambuka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Richards is stalling in the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chayambuka is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Richards lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Chayambuka keeping moving, preventing Richards from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB2#
Chayambuka working for a triangle but Richards defends it easily.
Chayambuka has a closed guard, preventing Richards from standing up.
Chayambuka seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Chayambuka looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Richards being controlled here momentarily.
Richards trying to control the position from guard on top but Chayambuka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Chayambuka looking for a sweep. Not yet Chayambuka, not yet. #SUB2#
Chayambuka had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Richards defends it easily.
Chayambuka trying to control the position here.
Chayambuka wants to sweep here but Richards controlling him for the moment.
Chayambuka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Richards's guard. #REVB#
Chayambuka is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Chayambuka has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Richards looking to control.
Chayambuka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Chayambuka looking to pass the guard.
Richards is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chayambuka passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Chayambuka wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Richards, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dansen Chayambuka dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Richards lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A nice combination there by Richards.
Richards stuffs the takedown.
Richards appears to be looking for a big counter.
Richards misses with a double jab.
Chayambuka is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Chayambuka misses with a takedown
and Richards counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards lands a nice hook to Chayambuka's body. Chayambuka takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Richards cracks Chayambuka with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Richards displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chayambuka.
Richards wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mick Richards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dansen Chayambuka.#T1#
Richards works Chayambuka's body with a nice hook.
Richards lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Richards looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Chayambuka fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Richards throws a right and a left that both miss.
Chayambuka dodges the punch combination from Richards.
Chayambuka with a lazy takedown attempt
and Richards counters with a nice uppercut.
Richards feints a jab promting Chayambuka to slip. Richards then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Chayambuka slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Richards's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Richards duly obliges. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Richards throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Richards throws a combination. Chayambuka tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Chayambuka gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Richards to counter with a crisp jab.
Chayambuka closes the distance looking to clinch
and Richards counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chayambuka thinking.
Richards lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mick Richards is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Richards stuns Chayambuka with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dansen Chayambuka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Richards jabs at Chayambuka's body.
Nice uppercut lands for Richards. That snapped Chayambuka's head back.
#T3#
Chayambuka moves in looking to clinch but Richards pushes him off.
Richards throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chayambuka stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chayambuka misses with a body shot.
Richards throws a big counter combination but Chayambuka scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Chayambuka throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Richards's waist but Richards gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Chayambuka off to one side.
Richards wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Chayambuka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chayambuka tries for a takedown but Richards circles away easily#CL#
and Richards counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Richards scores with a hook to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Richards's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chayambuka swinging wildly here.
#T4#
Richards works Chayambuka's body with a nice hook.
Nice shot by Richards.
Mick Richards is winning the standup battle so far.
Chayambuka tries to score a power double leg takedown but Richards sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Chayambuka somewhat.
Chayambuka swings away with a body shot that misses
and Richards counters with a left and a right that stings Chayambuka.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richards throws a one two combo.
Richards ducks under a wild hook from Chayambuka.
Richards misses with a series of wild punches.
Chayambuka is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mick Richards dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Richards scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Richards throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chayambuka drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Richards defends it well.
Chayambuka misses with a takedown
and Richards counters with a one-two to the body.
Richards throws a shot to the body.
Chayambuka shoots for a double leg takedown but Richards sprawls well. He's pushed Chayambuka's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chayambuka. Richards does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chayambuka tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Richards swivels and escapes.
Mick Richards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dansen Chayambuka.#TD2#
Chayambuka drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chayambuka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Richards is keeping the position for now.
Richards wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Chayambuka looking to pass the guard.
Chayambuka is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Richards is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Richards trying to control the position.
Richards pulls Chayambuka in close to prevent any damage.
Chayambuka stands and throws Richards's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chayambuka is staying tight to Richards's torso, preventing him from escaping.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Chayambuka.
Richards wants to control but Chayambuka postures up.
Chayambuka is staying tight to Richards's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3#
Chayambuka fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Richards is trying to control Chayambuka's posture but Chayambuka avoids it.
Chayambuka controlling the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Richards is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Chayambuka is controlling him well.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Richards lands with a good body shot.
Chayambuka shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Richards pinned against the cage. Richards gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chayambuka misses with a low kick.
Richards displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #TD2#
Chayambuka shoots in and bounces Richards off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Richards scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Richards moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Chayambuka doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Richards counters with a stiff right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mick Richards showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Richards has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mick Richards!
The defeated Dansen Chayambuka had this to say: 'I will be the Master of the Ground Game one day. Just watch me.'.
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Event:
Monday Night Fights
Date: Apr 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Ruckus is looking to clinch.
Chayambuka changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Chayambuka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ruckus manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Chayambuka controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ruckus can't keep his opponent in guard - Chayambuka advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chayambuka is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Ruckus is looking for a sweep. Chayambuka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chayambuka performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ruckus is trying to stand up here but Chayambuka is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Chayambuka has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Ruckus defend it? Chayambuka steps over the head and cranks it - Ruckus is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Chayambuka!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dansen Chayambuka!
Dansen Chayambuka decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
ADWGC Tokyo 3
Date: Mar 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Alex Kamenski (ranked 6922 p4p, 621 weight class) and Dansen Chayambuka (ranked 4677 p4p, 516 weight class). Chayambuka has chosen Spider Man as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Dansen Chayambuka enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Alex Kamenski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Dansen Chayambuka!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Taro Takaoka and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kamenski drives through with a takedown into Chayambuka's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kamenski (2) vs (0) Chayambuka
Chayambuka looking for a triangle here. Kamenski is fighting it but it looks tight! Chayambuka pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Kamenski is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dansen Chayambuka!
In his post fight interview, Dansen Chayambuka started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
ADWGC Rio
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dansen Chayambuka (ranked 4628 p4p, 525 weight class) and Spank Crank (ranked 2854 p4p, 378 weight class). Chayambuka kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Spider Man. Spank Crank acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Dansen Chayambuka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Spank Crank!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Crank drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chayambuka (0) vs (4) Crank
Chayambuka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Chayambuka wants to control but Crank postures up.
Crank thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chayambuka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Crank tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chayambuka can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chayambuka regains half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Crank passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chayambuka (0) vs (7) Crank
Chayambuka tries to reverse the position but Crank maintains control.
Crank looking to control but Chayambuka is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chayambuka really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Crank can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chayambuka is looking to escape.
Chayambuka is just holding on here. Crank manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Chayambuka (0) vs (10) Crank
Chayambuka is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Crank gets his way!
Chayambuka tries to break free.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Chayambuka is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Crank gets his way!
Chayambuka tries to roll but Crank sticks to his back.
Chayambuka trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Chayambuka tries to escape but Crank has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Crank controlling the position well here. Chayambuka rolled but Crank kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Crank working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Chayambuka fending off the submission attempt from Crank.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka breaks Crank's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chayambuka (2) vs (10) Crank
Crank keeping moving, preventing Chayambuka from controlling successfully.
Chayambuka looking to sit in guard and control but Crank gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chayambuka (2) vs (12) Crank
Crank controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crank won't allow Chayambuka to sweep him here.
Crank is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Crank forces his way into half guard.
Chayambuka looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Crank passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Chayambuka! Score +3 for passing guard: Chayambuka (2) vs (15) Crank
Chayambuka tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka wants to hold on but Crank pushes him away.
Chayambuka has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Chayambuka (2) vs (18) Crank
Crank controlling well, preventing Chayambuka from escaping the position.
Chayambuka wants to control his opponent's hands but Crank gets his hands free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chayambuka is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Crank has locked on a rear naked choke here! Chayambuka is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Spank Crank!
A very excited looking Spank Crank made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Dansen Chayambuka spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be the Master of the Ground Game one day. Just watch me.'. |
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Event:
ADWGC 2
Date: Feb 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dalibor Drahomir (ranked 858 p4p, 140 weight class) and Dansen Chayambuka (ranked 4607 p4p, 495 weight class). Drahomir's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Outspoken. Chayambuka has chosen Spider Man as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dalibor Drahomir! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dansen Chayambuka!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Chayambuka shoots in for a takedown but Drahomir shows good takedown defense.
Drahomir circles away from the clinch attempt.
Drahomir gets a double leg takedown into Chayambuka's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drahomir (2) vs (0) Chayambuka
Chayambuka can't keep his opponent in guard - Drahomir advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Drahomir is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Chayambuka reverses the position - he's now on top in Drahomir's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drahomir (2) vs (2) Chayambuka
Chayambuka looking to sit in guard and control but Drahomir gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drahomir (4) vs (2) Chayambuka
Chayambuka wants to sweep here but Drahomir controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chayambuka is looking for a triangle here but Drahomir uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Drahomir (7) vs (2) Chayambuka
Drahomir has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Drahomir (9) vs (2) Chayambuka
That's one minute gone in the round.
Drahomir tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chayambuka has given up his back. Will we see Drahomir going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Drahomir (12) vs (2) Chayambuka
Drahomir looking for the choke but no joy.
Chayambuka is trying to break free.
A lull in the action here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka tries to roll but Drahomir sticks to his back.
Chayambuka is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Drahomir biding his time, controlling Chayambuka.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Drahomir is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Chayambuka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Chayambuka for a finish.
Drahomir doesn't have the hooks in and Chayambuka manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drahomir (12) vs (4) Chayambuka
Chayambuka wants to control from the top but Drahomir keeps moving.
Drahomir looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka wants to control from the top but Drahomir keeps moving.
Drahomir is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drahomir (14) vs (4) Chayambuka
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chayambuka gets back to full guard.
Drahomir trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Drahomir forces his way into half guard.
Chayambuka tries to get to full guard but Drahomir has control of the leg.
Chayambuka wants to get back to full guard but Drahomir has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Drahomir (17) vs (4) Chayambuka
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka is trying to escape the mount.
Drahomir trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Chayambuka working to try and regain half guard.
Chayambuka is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Drahomir has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drahomir (20) vs (4) Chayambuka
Chayambuka wants to control his opponent's hands but Drahomir gets his hands free.
Chayambuka tries to roll but Drahomir sticks to his back.
Drahomir is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Chayambuka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Chayambuka for a finish.
Drahomir has the hooks in. Chayambuka is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Chayambuka breaks Drahomir's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drahomir (20) vs (6) Chayambuka
Chayambuka content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Drahomir has locked up a guillotine! Drahomir's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Chayambuka is holding on here and Drahomir must be using up a lot of energy. Chayambuka has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Drahomir gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dalibor Drahomir!
Dalibor Drahomir thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Dansen Chayambuka was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be the Master of the Ground Game one day. Just watch me.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Hagen looking to score a takedown here. Chayambuka is defending well but Hagen drives through and ends up in Chayambuka's guard.#SUB#
Chayambuka has his feet on Hagen's thighs here. He's pushed Hagen off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Hagen screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dansen Chayambuka!
Dansen Chayambuka decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 30, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Chayambuka. #TD2#
Gaston drives through with a takedown into Chayambuka's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Gaston wants to control from the top but Chayambuka keeps moving. #SUB#
Chayambuka looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gaston wants to pass the guard but Chayambuka is keeping the position.#SUB#
Chayambuka escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gaston gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gaston looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chayambuka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gaston defends well.
Gaston slips nicely into half guard.#T1##SUB#
Chayambuka looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gaston wants to take a breather but Chayambuka is having none of it. #SUB2#
Gaston is looking for a kimura but Chayambuka is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gaston to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gaston is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chayambuka doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gaston.
Chayambuka wants to improve his position but Gaston is controlling well.
Gaston is keen to just control but Chayambuka is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Gaston is looking for a kimura but Chayambuka is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gaston to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gaston is working for a kimura but Chayambuka is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Chayambuka looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Chayambuka looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gaston is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chayambuka defends it well. #SUB#
Chayambuka has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Gaston. Oh but Chayambuka has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Gaston goes limp - he's gone! Chayambuka jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dansen Chayambuka!
A less than humble Dansen Chayambuka misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
OC! Grappling 3
Date: Nov 28, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Caio Barbosa (ranked 5928 p4p, 593 weight class) and Dansen Chayambuka (ranked 5734 p4p, 589 weight class). Chayambuka has chosen Spider Man as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Caio Barbosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dansen Chayambuka!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Richard Clark and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Barbosa shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Barbosa was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Barbosa (4) vs (0) Chayambuka
Barbosa wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chayambuka keeps working.
Chayambuka manages to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chayambuka actively working from the bottom here.
Barbosa is looking to advance position but Chayambuka won't allow it.
Barbosa wants to control but Chayambuka is keeping him busy.
Barbosa tries to pass to full mount but Chayambuka defends it.
Barbosa works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barbosa (7) vs (0) Chayambuka
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Barbosa (9) vs (0) Chayambuka
Chayambuka tries to improve his position but Barbosa has taken his back! Barbosa has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Chayambuka tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Barbosa pushes Chayambuka away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Caio Barbosa!
Caio Barbosa was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Dansen Chayambuka had this to say: 'I will be the Master of the Ground Game one day. Just watch me.'. |
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